Breckland Thyme

Breckland Thyme: variety and characteristics

Breckland Thyme (Thymus serpyllum) is a perennial herb of the Mint family (Lamiaceae). This variety has very dense foliage that produces a mass of pink flowers in high summer.

Ideal for sunny positions in garden borders, crevices or containers.

They grow best in the sun. Choose a spot that will receive at least 6 hours of full sun every day.

Thyme (oregano) is a perennial aromatic herb for meat, potatoes and tea; it attracts bees and suits rockeries.

Key features

• Measured germination rate of the batch: 75%
• Seeds per packet: 1275–1725 pcs (0.2 g)
• Seed origin: Poland
• Sowing: March and April; seedlings
• Flowering: July and August
• Harvest: July – November
• Position: sunny spot

When to sow Breckland Thyme

Breckland Thyme seeds are sown in March and April. The plants flower in July and August. The crop is harvested from July to November. The months are a guide for a temperate climate — in warmer areas sow 1–2 weeks earlier, in cooler or upland areas, later.

How to sow and grow Breckland Thyme

• Sowing method: seedlings
• Depth: on the surface
• Spacing: 25–30 cm
• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22 °C
• Position: sunny spot

The seeds do not require any treatment (e.g. soaking, stratification) before sowing. Fill trays, punnets or pots with good-quality seed-sowing compost or use soil starter pellets. Sow the seeds at a depth of 3 mm. Keep the soil moist, but never wet or dry. The seeds should germinate in about 14-21 days at a soil temperature of 18-21°C. Transplant the seedlings into the garden once they have their first true leaves and are large enough, usually 5-10 cm tall. Space the plants 25 cm apart.

The seeds are tiny and germinate in light. Plant in the sun in poor, well-drained soil; do not overwater.

Harvest and use

Pick the sprigs at the start of flowering.

Frequently asked questions

When should Breckland Thyme be sown?

The recommended sowing months are March and April. Sowing method: seedlings.

How many seeds are in the packet?

The packet contains 1275–1725 seeds, pack size 0.2 g.

What is the germination rate of the seeds?

The measured germination rate of this batch is 75%. The test was carried out under controlled laboratory conditions; in the field, emergence depends on soil, temperature and moisture.