herb variety in zone 6a
English / Common thyme in zone 6a
English / Common · Thymus vulgaris
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- Zone
- 6a -10°F to -5°F
- Growing season
- 180 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 6a
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Common challenges in zone 6a
- ▸ Brown rot in stone fruit
- ▸ Japanese beetles
- ▸ Spring frost damage to peach buds
Modified care for zone 6a
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English / Common in adjacent zones
Other thyme varieties for zone 6a
Frequently asked questions
- Will English / Common thyme grow in zone 6a?
Yes. English / Common is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 8b, which includes zone 6a.
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Image: "Thymus vulgaris Argenteus 1zz", by Photo by David J. Stang, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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