When to plant thyme in zone 5b
In zone 5b, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 28 and the first fall frost around Oct 10. Here is when to plant thyme.
Start seeds indoorsMar 3
Plant in the bedApr 28
Start pickingJul 7
Your thyme calendar for zone 5b
- Mar 3: Start thyme seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Apr 28: Plant thyme in the bed
- Jul 7: Start picking thyme
Likes it on the dry side. Plant near the edge of the bed.
Spacing in a raised bed: 4 plants per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 5b. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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