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Thyme

beginner difficulty · hardiness zones 4–9

Methods
traditional
Planting window
March–May
Greenhouse
Not required
Compact variant
Not noted

Production planning estimate

Plan around cups per 8 sq ft bed

A starting estimate is 6 cups per 8 sq ft bed. That means one garden bed is a reasonable first unit to plan for, then adjust for your climate, practices, and household demand.

Space guideline

8 sq ft per garden bed

Starting plan

— garden beds

Planning note: A low, woody perennial — established plants can be harvested most of the growing season.