How Far Apart to Plant Thyme?
Space Thyme 12 inches apart within the row, and keep 18 inches between rows. Trim after flowering to keep growth dense and tidy.
| Plant spacing | 12 in (30 cm) apart |
| Row spacing | 18 in (46 cm) apart |
| Planting depth | Press seed onto the surface |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| When to plant | Spring |
| Days to maturity | 90 |
| Good companions | cabbage, strawberries |
| Avoid near | none major |
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Spacing tips for Thyme
Low and spreading, thyme knits into a mat, so 12 inches lets plants meet without piling up.
Companion planting
Plant near: cabbage, strawberries.
Keep away from: none major.
Frequently asked questions
- How far apart should I plant Thyme?
- Space Thyme about 12 inches apart within the row, with 18 inches between rows. Trim after flowering to keep growth dense and tidy.
- How deep do I plant Thyme?
- Plant Thyme at a depth of Press seed onto the surface.
- What grows well with Thyme?
- Good companions for Thyme include cabbage, strawberries. Avoid planting near none major.