Thyme
Thymus vulgaris
History
Thyme dates back to ancient sumaira where it was used as an antibiotic. it was later used by the egyptians during the embalming process for it anti microbial and antibacterial properties. The romans were the first to begin using it in a culinary manor flavoring chesses and wines with it. it quickly rose to fame and by the 16th century becoming a staple in the culinary art. It had gained a scientific backing for medicinal uses in 1719 when thymol was isolated and was used to clean hospitals during ww1 and even treat trench foot.
Growing conditions
Sunlight
Needs atleast 6 hours of direct sunlight
Temperature Range
60F-80F
Soil Conditions
Sandy soil.
Water
1 to 2 inches of water per week.
Water the plants as the soil drys out.
Nutrients
10-10-5
Adding a nitrogen rich compost can help encourage growth
pH
6.5-7.5
Plant care
Sowing Seeds
Plant seeds on the surface of the soil lightly pressing them in. keep soil moist during this time.
Germination
Seeds can take 2 to 4 weeks to germinate
Keeps seed in a well bright area that recieves atleast 12 hours of sunlight per day and keep the soil moist.
Pruning
Cut spent flowers back 2 to 3 inches about the woody stems. If you harvest lavender do this in the spring.
Shape the bush and and cut back the the green growth to prevent woody legs from forming.
Harvest
harvesting should be done throughout the summer and fall. cut back the flowers to encourage new buds to form throughout the year.
Growing Tips
Shape and pruning every year is require to prevent a woody plant from forming.
Garden plotter quick facts
Spacing
10" to 16"
Water needs
Moderate
Sunlight
Full Sun
A warm-season crop producing juicy red fruits.
