ZonePlant
English / Common thyme

herb variety in zone 4a

English / Common thyme in zone 4a

English / Common · Thymus vulgaris

Zone
4a -30°F to -25°F
Growing season
120 days
Days to harvest
75 to 95

The verdict

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About English / Common

Earthy, slightly minty, classic French-cooking thyme flavor; small dark green leaves on woody stems. Soups, stews, roasted meats, herbes de Provence. The cook's thyme.

Critical timing for zone 4a

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Common challenges in zone 4a

  • Late frosts damage early bloomers
  • Limited peach varieties

Modified care for zone 4a

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English / Common in adjacent zones

Other thyme varieties for zone 4a

Frequently asked questions

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Will English / Common thyme grow in zone 4a?

Yes. English / Common is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 8b, which includes zone 4a.

Image: "Thymus vulgaris Argenteus 1zz", by Photo by David J. Stang, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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