{"product_id":"thyme","title":"Thyme Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eThyme is a versatile, low-growing herb known for its fragrant leaves and delicate pink flowers\u003cstrong\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e Appreciated in both the kitchen and pollinator gardens, thyme is very low-maintenance and brings beauty and utility to any sunny spot. Its evergreen nature provides year-round interest, while its woody stems and creeping habit make it ideal for rocky or dry soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can you grow thyme?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for zones 4 to 9, thyme prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is perfect for rock gardens, herb spirals, borders, and containers. Once established, it requires very little watering and tolerates drought well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and historical uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsed since ancient times in cooking, medicine, and rituals, thyme has long been valued for its antiseptic and aromatic properties. In traditional medicine, it was used for respiratory ailments and digestion, while in cooking it still flavors roasted vegetables, soups, and meat dishes today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZones 8–9: Direct sow outdoors in spring or fall.\u003cbr\u003eZones 5–7: Start indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost, then transplant.\u003cbr\u003eZone 4: Container growing or heavy mulching for winter protection; start indoors in early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1719\" data-start=\"1453\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Thyme\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds thinly on the surface, barely covered with soil; transplant spacing plants 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 in) apart.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snip stems as needed when plants are 10 to 15 cm tall; flavor is best just before flowering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in spring to encourage compact growth; divide or layer to multiply plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow some plants to flower and go to seed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick dry flower heads and rub out the seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying and Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry seeds completely and store in airtight containers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds remain viable for 3 to 4 years when stored cool and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644642976112,"sku":"MF-HERB-027","price":16.0,"currency_code":"SAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/Thyme2.jpg?v=1776549106","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-sa\/products\/thyme","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}