Thyme German Winter

In most cases, winter loss is not caused by the frost itself (the plant can handle up to -23 °C), but by excessive winter moisture in the soil.

If thyme is planted in heavier soil that retains cold water during winter, its sensitive roots can easily rot. Prevention involves planting in well-drained, sandy soil or growing it on a slight mound or in a rock garden.

Definitely yes, this cultivar is 100% edible and its small green leaves are highly aromatic.

It is an absolute classic for popular Mediterranean cuisine – it pairs perfectly with roasted meats, fish, marinades, roasted root vegetables, or various pasta sauces.

Thyme is generally classified as a non-toxic plant and is perfectly safe for pets (both dogs and cats).

While it does contain strong essential oils that could cause mild stomach irritation if consumed in large quantities, animals usually detect its strong, aromatic scent from a distance and typically have no desire to nibble on it at all.

German Winter thyme blooms during June and July, when the entire shrub becomes covered in a beautiful sea of delicate, light pink flowers.

Furthermore, the flowers are intensely fragrant and act as a literal magnet for beneficial insects – they will reliably attract bees, bumblebees, and butterflies to your garden from the surrounding area.

The easiest way to get new seedlings is by cuttings.

At the turn of spring and summer, cut off non-woody shoots about 10 cm long, remove the leaves from the lower part, and stick them into a mixture of sand and substrate, where they will root relatively quickly. For older and widely spread bushes, you can try to carefully divide them with a spade and transplant them in early spring.

You can snip off leaves and small sprigs continuously throughout the season, whenever you feel like it.

If you want to dry thyme for winter use, the best time for a major harvest is just before it blooms, when the plant contains the highest concentration of aromatic essential oils. Cut the upper, non-woody parts of the green stems.

Thyme comes from the sunny Mediterranean, so choose the warmest and sunniest place in your garden for it. Full sun ensures that the plant will have a strong aroma and a compact shape.

If you plant it in the shade, it will become leggy, thin out, and lose its typical fragrance.

This herb thrives best in well-drained, sandy to gravelly soil that is relatively low in nutrients.

It does not tolerate heavy, permanently waterlogged clay soils, as its roots easily rot in them. If you have heavier soil in your garden, add plenty of sand or fine gravel to the planting hole to ensure proper drainage.

We have great news! Thyme is extremely resistant to pests and diseases, and in our nursery, it carries a reputation for being absolutely pest and disease-free.

Thanks to its high content of essential oils, it naturally repels most insects. The only real danger is root rot, which only occurs due to improper cultivation and overwatering.