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Thyme Summer Seed produces an aromatic evergreen herb with small grey-green leaves and tiny lilac flowers. This summer type is noted in the source copy as spicier than most other thyme, making it a useful culinary herb for sunny South African gardens.
View Our Detailed Grow Guide: Thyme Grow Guide for South African Conditions
Plant Information
- Plant Type: Evergreen perennial culinary herb.
- Scientific Name: Thymus vulgaris
- Common Name: Summer thyme / garden thyme.
Growing Information
- General Sowing Time: Start seed in warm, bright conditions and avoid cold, wet starts.
- Position: Full sun and warm conditions.
- Sow Depth: Surface sow and cover with a thin layer of seed mix.
- Spacing: Around 15 cm apart.
- Germination: 14-21 days at 18-21 C; keep evenly moist until germination.
- Height: 30-45 cm.
- Available Pack Sizes: 10 g raw seed
- Soil: Well-draining soil with a neutral pH.
Why Grow Thyme Summer?
- Very aromatic small grey-green leaves for cooking.
- Tiny lilac flowers add charm and can help support garden biodiversity.
- Evergreen habit keeps the herb garden useful through much of the year.
- Source copy notes this summer type is spicier than most other thyme.
- Drought-tolerant once established and well suited to Southern African conditions.
Garden Uses
Grow Thyme Summer in herb gardens, sunny borders, rockery-style beds or containers. Use it fresh or dried with roasted vegetables, meats, breads, sauces, marinades and Mediterranean-style dishes.
Growing Notes
- Use very well-drained soil or potting mix.
- Water deeply when the soil begins to dry, but avoid overwatering.
- Do not let the plant sit in wet soil, as thyme dislikes waterlogged roots.
- Prune regularly to keep plants healthy and encourage fresh growth.
- Harvest in the morning for good flavour.
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