Thyme

Thymol is a compound produced in Thyme which has antibacterial, antifungal, and insecticidal properties. Thyme is packed with vitamin A, B, C, E, and K. It also offers a variety of minerals including potassium, iron, calcium, manganese, magnesium, and selenium.

Category

Days to Sprout

Taste It for

Temprature

Germination

Pollination

Prunning

Plant Health

Support

Harvest

Vegetables

7-21

4-12 weeks

Remove leaves with brown spots if they appear. Check the roots monthly and trim any that are brown or extending past the yPod.

Harvesting frequently helps prolong the plant’s life. Once the crop reaches 8-10 inches, snip the top of the plant, but only the green stem, not any woody sections. Ensure at least 5 inches of the plant remains. Harvest the plants just before they flower for the highest potency. Trimming your thyme often will encourage more fresh growth and more rounded shape.

Origin

Native to the Mediterranean, it was used by the ancient Greeks in baths and burnt as incense as they believed it gave one courage. In the Middle Ages, Thyme was given to soldiers as it was associated to courage and bravery.

Qualities

Thymol is a compound produced in Thyme which has antibacterial, antifungal, and insecticidal properties. Thyme is packed with vitamin A, B, C, E, and K. It also offers a variety of minerals including potassium, iron, calcium, manganese, magnesium, and selenium.