The Steps to Grow Thyme in South Africa

How can I grow Thyme in South Africa?

Thyme is best grown in the warmer months, it is best grown in the winter.
One of the easiest herbs to grow, thyme only needs full sun and friable, free draining soil that tends towards the sandy side. Constant picking will keep it in shape and drenching it with a liquid fertilizer once or twice a month in the growing season is a good idea if you are harvesting constantly.

Where is the best place to plant thyme?

Plant out in a warm, sunny spot in the garden. They demand well-drained soil and will rot over winter if the ground is too wet. If your soil is too heavy or you have a small garden, grow thyme in pots – they will thrive in 15cm (6in) pots filled with a gritty potting medium, ideally soil.

Do I need to use Fertilizers while planting Thyme in South Africa?

Simply take a three-inch cutting from the tip of a stem and remove the lower third of leaves from the cutting. While not mandatory, rooting hormone can be applied, which will increase the speed of rooting and your chances of success. To prevent any bacterial or fungal infections, plant the cuttings in a well-draining, sterile potting medium one inch deep. This plant needs little fertilization but fertilizing with too much nitrogen may cause faster growth at the expense of flavor. Thyme should be protected with a heavy mulch in colder climates in USDA Hardiness 4-6 to survive the winter outdoors. Thyme prefers a neutral pH but will tolerate soil that’s between 6.5 and 8.5 on the pH scale.

Can Thyme be planted indoors in South Africa?

This plant also does well indoors as long as it receives at least six hours of direct light per day, with eight hours being ideal.

How long does it take Thyme to Grow in South Africa?

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