{"product_id":"ga-thym-thyme-bio","title":"Organic thyme","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"809\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"809\"\u003eThyme (Thymus vulgaris) from the seed company Gaia, an aromatic, medicinal and bright perennial herb in the garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e Thyme is a small, sun-loving perennial with \u003cstrong data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"889\"\u003etiny, fragrant leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e borne on woody stems and crowned with \u003cstrong data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"969\"\u003edelicate white flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e . Its sweet, warm, and resinous flavor enhances both stews and summer barbecues. Undemanding, rust-resistant, and compact, it forms dense mounds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e15 to 25 cm high\u003c\/strong\u003e , perfect for borders, rock gardens, dry gardens, or herb containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003eDid you know that?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003eSince antiquity, thyme has been considered a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003esacred plant\u003c\/strong\u003e . The Greeks used it to purify the air and boost courage, while the Egyptians used it in their \u003cstrong data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eointments and embalming\u003c\/strong\u003e . In the Middle Ages, thyme was placed in armor to protect knights. Even today, its essential oil is recognized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003eantiseptic, digestive, and respiratory properties\u003c\/strong\u003e , and thyme infusions are a classic winter remedy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Potato, shallot, tomato, strawberry, eggplant, rose, salad burnet, cornflower, cabbage, lavender\u003cbr data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003eEnemy plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Chives, basil, coriander\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003eSpread\/Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Compact, bushy \u003cbr data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 15 to 25 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 100 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2056\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Environmentally friendly product\u003cbr data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Perennial, medicinal, attracts pollinators, very aromatic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003eFlower color\u003c\/strong\u003e : White\u003cbr data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003eFoliage shape\/texture\u003c\/strong\u003e : Tiny aromatic leaves, woody stems\u003cbr data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2307\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003eAroma\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Sweet, warm, resinous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2357\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003eFarming method\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2384\" data-end=\"2714\"\u003eThyme requires \u003cstrong data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2455\"\u003eseed stratification for 2 to 4 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e . Sow indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"2477\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003e10 weeks before the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e , in a light potting mix, covering the seeds very lightly ( \u003cstrong data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2589\"\u003e1\/16\"\u003c\/strong\u003e ). Maintain a temperature of around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2628\" data-end=\"2637\"\u003e18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e ​​(64°F) and avoid over-moistening. Germination can take \u003cstrong data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2713\"\u003e14 to 28 days\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2948\"\u003e Transplant in full sun, in well-drained, sandy or rocky soil. Space plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"2805\" data-end=\"2819\"\u003e15 to 20 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"2854\"\u003e30 to 45 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart. Water very lightly ( \u003cstrong data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"2909\"\u003elevel 1\u003c\/strong\u003e ). 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