Sowing

Direct sow after last frost or start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: Drought tolerant once established; moderate water during initial growth phase
Soil: Well-drained soil, tolerates poor soil conditions
Spacing: 12-18 inches
Height: 2-3 inches
Season: Perennial

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
3	April – May	June – July	—	July – October
4	March – April	June – July	—	July – October
5	March – April	May – June	—	June – October
6	March – April	May – June	—	June – November
7	February – March	April – June	—	June – November
8	February – March	April – May	—	May – December
9	January – February	March – April	—	April – December
10	January	February – April	—	April – December

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

TomatoesCreeping thyme acts as living mulch and repels hornworms and other tomato pests

StrawberriesProvides ground cover, suppresses weeds, and may enhance strawberry flavor

RosesRepels aphids and other rose pests while providing attractive ground cover

CabbageDeters cabbage worms and flea beetles with its aromatic oils

LavenderBoth prefer similar well-drained soil and complement each other's pest-repelling properties

EggplantActs as living mulch and repels flea beetles that commonly attack eggplant

OreganoSimilar growing requirements and creates beneficial aromatic herb carpet

SageCompatible Mediterranean herbs that enhance each other's growth and pest resistance

Black WalnutProduces juglone which is toxic to many plants including thyme

MintExtremely aggressive spreader that will overwhelm and outcompete creeping thyme

CilantroRequires more water and different soil conditions, may inhibit thyme's aromatic oil production

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the herbs growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.