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Thyme Seeds, German Winter, Heirloom, Fragrant, Medicinal Herb, Non-GMO, Easy to Grow for Planting Indoor & Outdoor Gardening

Thyme Seeds, German Winter, Heirloom, Fragrant, Medicinal Herb, Non-GMO, Easy to Grow for Planting Indoor & Outdoor Gardening

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German Winter Thyme Seeds (Thymus vulgaris) — Non-GMO, Culinary & Aromatic

Evergreen, fragrant, and sun-loving. Great for beds or containers; perfect for roasts, pizza, marinades, breads, and herb salts.

✅ Non-GMO • ✅ Fresh stock • ✅ High germination

Why You’ll Love It

  • Robust, classic thyme flavor that stands up to high-heat cooking.
  • Cold-tolerant perennial; drought-smart once established.
  • Bee-friendly lilac blooms; neat clumps for borders and pots.
  • Pinch to keep bushy — steady fresh sprigs all season.

Quick Facts (Grow Guide)

Botanical name Thymus vulgaris (German Winter type)
Sun Full sun (6–8+ hours); sharp drainage essential
Sowing method Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost or direct sow warm soil; surface-sow (needs light) and mist gently
Sowing depth Surface to 1/16″ (0–2 mm); do not bury deeply
Spacing 6–12″ / 15–30 cm between plants; rows ~12–18″ / 30–45 cm
Germination ~14–21 (up to 28) days at ~65–70°F / 18–21°C (slow/uneven is normal)
Soil Gritty, well-drained (sandy/loamy); avoid overwatering
Harvest Light snips after plants establish; best flavor just before flowering

Ways to Use

  • Culinary: roasts, potatoes, pizza, stews, sauces, compound butters.
  • Pantry: dry small bundles; make infused oil, vinegar, or thyme salt.
  • Garden: compact edging; blooms support pollinators in summer.

What You’ll Receive

  • Select your pack size in the listing variations
  • Fresh, Non-GMO seeds in a moisture-resistant packet
  • Simple sowing guide
  • Germination guarantee — free replacement if seeds don’t sprout
Pro tip: Surface-sow and keep evenly moist with a fine mist — light aids germination. Use a gritty mix; let the top dry slightly between waterings to prevent damping-off.