{"product_id":"herb-thyme-summer-400-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Herb Thyme Summer 400 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 103, 41);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHerb Thyme Summer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a versatile, aromatic herb celebrated for its mild, nuanced flavor that complements everything from roasted meats and vegetables to hearty soups and Mediterranean dishes. These non-GMO, heirloom seeds produce compact, vigorous plants with tender, fragrant leaves ready for harvest in just weeks. Its low-maintenance growth habit and reliable productivity make it an essential addition for both seasoned gardeners and culinary newcomers. Beyond the kitchen, Summer Thyme’s delicate flowers attract pollinators while adding visual appeal to your garden space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(6, 76, 9);\"\u003eGermination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 5\/26. JSS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Thyme Summer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for cooking, garnishing, and making herbal tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich in Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild, savory flavor with a hint of lemon — versatile across cuisines from Mediterranean to Southern American.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy \u0026amp; Adaptable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows well in full sun and is notably drought-tolerant once established — one of the easiest culinary herbs to maintain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicate flowers attract bees and butterflies, supporting your broader garden ecosystem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Begin harvesting tender sprigs in just weeks from planting — one of the quickest culinary herbs to produce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom \u0026amp; Open-Pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Save seeds year after year for a self-sustaining herb garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO:\u003c\/strong\u003e DNA structure never altered from natural traditional breeding methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun — at least 6–8 hours per day for best flavor and growth intensity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers well-drained, slightly dry soil with a pH of 6.0–8.0. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow outdoors after last frost. Press seeds lightly onto soil surface — thyme needs light to germinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin or transplant to 12–18 inches apart for healthy airflow and root development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water moderately after planting until established. Once established, allow soil to dry out slightly between waterings — thyme is drought-tolerant and dislikes soggy roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light feeder — one balanced application at planting is sufficient. Excess fertilizer reduces essential oil concentration and flavor intensity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snip stem tips regularly to encourage bushy growth and delay flowering. Harvest in the morning after dew dries for peak essential oil content.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverwintering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer Thyme is an annual — replant each season or allow to self-sow in mild climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David’s Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David’s Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/pages\/safe-seed-integrity-pledge\" title=\"Safe Seed Integrity Pledge\"\u003eSafe Seed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David’s Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods \u0026amp; Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted Meats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rub fresh thyme with olive oil, garlic, and salt onto chicken, lamb, or pork before roasting — the heat releases the essential oils beautifully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups \u0026amp; Stews:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add whole sprigs to broths, bean soups, and slow-cooked stews — remove before serving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toss with roasted potatoes, carrots, or squash for an earthy, aromatic finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal Tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep fresh or dried thyme sprigs in hot water for a soothing herbal tea with natural antiseptic properties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompound Butter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend finely chopped thyme into softened butter with lemon zest — melt over steaks, fish, or grilled corn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hang cut stems upside down in a warm, dry location for 1–2 weeks. Store dried thyme in an airtight jar for up to 1 year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(192, 0, 0);\"\u003eOrder Summer Thyme Seeds Today!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAdd this easy-to-grow, aromatic heirloom herb to your garden and enjoy fresh thyme from planting through first frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Applies to harvested thyme leaves, not seeds. Per 1 teaspoon (1g) fresh thyme.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalories: 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Carbohydrate: 0.2g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin C: 1% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin A: 1% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron: 1% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManganese: 2% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential Oils: Thymol and carvacrol — responsible for thyme’s characteristic aroma and natural antimicrobial properties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer Thyme is an annual variety. Results may vary based on soil, climate, and growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store seeds in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Properly stored thyme seeds maintain viability for 2–3 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown as a warm-season annual in all USDA zones. Direct sow or transplant after last frost in Zones 3–11; in Zones 9–11, grow as a fall and winter herb to avoid summer heat stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 78, 18);\"\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. 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