{"product_id":"herb-thyme-german-winter-1000-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Herb Thyme Winter German 1000 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerman Winter Thyme\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is an aromatic perennial culinary herb with branching, woody stems and small fragrant leaves. Its savory flavor makes freshly harvested sprigs useful in soups, roasted vegetables, herb butter, and meat dishes. Grow it in a sunny herb garden or a well-drained container for convenient kitchen harvests. Winter performance depends on local climate, drainage, and exposure rather than the variety name alone. This packet contains 1,000 Non-GMO, heirloom seeds for planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 93%. Test Date: 5\/26. JSS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted Vegetables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toss fresh leaves with carrots, potatoes, squash, or onions for fragrant savory flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups and Stews:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simmer whole sprigs in broth, bean soups, or slow-cooked dishes. Remove woody stems before serving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeat and Poultry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine thyme with garlic and olive oil for marinades, rubs, or pan sauces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerb Butter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend stripped leaves into softened butter for cooked vegetables, fish, or warm bread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry harvested sprigs in an airy location, then strip the leaves into a labeled airtight container for later cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavoring Infusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use thyme for culinary aroma without treating herbal beverages as medicine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThyme has a history of traditional use in aromatic herbal preparations. These references are educational only and do not establish medical benefits. This product is seed for planting, not a medicine, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Directions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose full sun with at least 6–8 hours of direct light daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use loose, well-drained soil. Avoid locations where water collects around the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or sow outdoors after frost danger has passed. Follow packet directions for the tiny seeds and avoid burying them deeply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeedling Moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the growing medium lightly and evenly moist while seedlings establish, without saturating it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransplanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harden off indoor-grown plants gradually before transplanting outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow approximately 12–18 inches between plants for branching and airflow, adjusting to growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e After establishment, allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Check container moisture more frequently during hot weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid excessive fertilizer. Use light feeding only if needed and follow label directions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snip tender tips regularly while leaving plenty of foliage. Avoid cutting deeply into bare woody stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a pot with drainage holes and a well-drained mix. Container roots may need additional winter protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult regional recommendations for overwintering. Cold tolerance does not guarantee survival in every climate, particularly with wet soil or exposed containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOrder German Winter Thyme Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today and grow fragrant German Winter Thyme for fresh kitchen harvests and savory garden-to-table meals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e The packet contains seeds for planting, not direct consumption. Culinary uses refer to harvested herb leaves and sprigs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbal references are not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before therapeutic use, especially if pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or managing a health condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germination, growth, flavor, harvest timing, and winter survival vary with conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep unused seeds sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, moisture, and sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow local frost dates and regional growing recommendations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoney-Thyme Roasted Carrots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshly harvested German Winter Thyme adds savory fragrance to sweet roasted carrots. 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Cut carrots lengthwise into halves or quarters of similar thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss the carrots with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast for 20 minutes, then turn the carrots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrizzle with honey and toss carefully. Roast for another 5–15 minutes, until tender with golden edges, checking so the honey does not burn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransfer to a serving dish and serve warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substitute maple syrup for honey for a vegan version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours and use within 3–4 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving. 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