Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is an evergreen Mediterranean sub-shrub and classic culinary herb. It loves sun and dry feet, grows slowly and is perennial — ideal in soil and coco, in hydro only if very well aerated.

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Important notes

concentrated oil / pregnancy: Safe as a culinary herb. Avoid concentrated thyme oil in pregnancy.

Lumière

Full sun, 14–16 h of light. More sun means stronger aroma.

Arrosage

Water sparingly and let the substrate dry between waterings; waterlogging is the main killer.

Température

18–28 °C; warmth-loving, hardy in the ground.

Humidité

40–55 %, dry and airy spot.

Valeurs cibles par méthode et phase

Hydro
Phase pH EC (mS/cm) Eau °C Air °C Humidité % Lumière h Durée (jours)
Germination 6–6.5 0.4–0.8 20–24 18–24 55–65 15 14
Plantule 6–6.5 0.8–1.2 18–22 18–24 45–55 15 28
Végétatif 6–7 1–1.6 18–22 18–28 40–55 15 40
Récolte 6–7 1–1.4 18–22 18–28 40–55 14 40
Terre
Phase pH EC (mS/cm) Eau °C Air °C Humidité % Lumière h Durée (jours)
Germination 6.3–6.8 0.4–0.8 18–24 55–65 15 14
Plantule 6.3–6.8 0.8–1.2 18–24 45–55 15 28
Végétatif 6.3–7.3 1–1.6 18–28 40–55 15 40
Récolte 6.3–7.3 1–1.4 18–28 40–55 14 40
Coco
Phase pH EC (mS/cm) Eau °C Air °C Humidité % Lumière h Durée (jours)
Germination 6–6.5 0.4–0.8 20–24 18–24 55–65 15 14
Plantule 6–6.5 0.8–1.2 18–22 18–24 45–55 15 28
Végétatif 6–7 1–1.6 18–22 18–28 40–55 15 40
Récolte 6–7 1–1.4 18–22 18–28 40–55 14 40

Problèmes fréquents

Root rot in wet soil, grey mould/mildew in still air, woodiness without trimming.

Pests & diseases

Pest / Disease Symptom Organic treatment
Spider mites speckled leaves humidity, predatory mites
Root rot wilting in wet soil sandy, free-draining mix

Edible parts

  • Leaves · edible from Végétatif
  • Flowers · edible from Floraison

Techniques de rendement

Harvest shoot tips just before flowering (peak aroma); trim regularly but not into old wood.

Propagation & pollination

Method
cutting
Germination time
14 days
Germination temp
18-21 °C
Sowing depth
0.3 cm
Pollination
insect
Hand pollination needed
no

cuttings, division or seed

Companion planting

🟢 Good neighbours: Sage, Bay Laurel

Flavor

earthy, savoury, slightly minty-lemony

Storage

Dries excellently, bundle the sprigs.

History

Thyme was used for embalming in ancient Egypt and was a symbol of courage for the Greeks. It comes from the Mediterranean.

Nutrition

Contains vitamin C and the antiseptic thymol.

Sources

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