Johnsons Thyme Seeds

Description

Johnsons Thyme Seeds, Great flavour for soups, stews, fish and egg dishes. Transfer a plant to a pot on the windowsill in winter for easier picking.

For indoor sowingWhen February to In trays of seed Sow thinly, cover lightly with fine compost. Firm gently. Keep at 15-20°C and keep moist. Seedlings appear 21-35 When large enough transplant 5cm apart in further trays. Gradually acclimatise plants to outside conditions from late May onwards (avoid frosts). Transplant to final position spacing 25cm apart, in a warm sunny position in well drained March to November, cloche protection from autumn gives longer cropping. If they are to be dried, gather them just before the flowers begin to open.

A hardy shrub, often evergreen, the unique flavour is delicious when combined with all types of robust meat and vegetable dishes.

Sow time: Feb-May
Flowering/Harvesting time: Mar-Nov