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Thyme
Thymus vulgaris
- Days to harvest
- 75–90 days
- Sunlight
- 5–7 hours/day
- Watering
- 1–1 per day
- Plant spacing
- 20 cm
- Minimum container size
- 20cm deep × 25cm wide
- Container-friendly
- 2 plants per container
- Estimated yield
- 100 kg / 100m²
- Life span
- perennial
Climate Requirements
- Ideal temperature
- 25-32 °C
- Annual rainfall
- 1500-2500 mm
- Humidity
- 60-80%
- Heat tolerance
- low
- Drought tolerance
- high
Mediterranean herb tolerant of drought but struggles with humid tropical heat. In lowland Malaysia, grow in raised beds with excellent drainage. Avoid overhead watering.
Soil & Planting
Planting method
Direct seeding or transplanting
Soil requirements
Well-drained fertile soil
Companion Plants
- Cherry Tomatomoderate
Thyme repels whiteflies and cabbage worms; attracts beneficial insects to tomato
- Eggplantmoderate
Thyme aromatic oils deter eggplant flea beetles and aphids
- Rosemarymoderate
Both Mediterranean herbs with similar water/soil needs; combined aromatics enhance pest deterrence
- Sweet Basilmoderate
Thyme and basil create aromatic border that repels a wide range of garden pests
Common Pests & Diseases
Common pests
Market Demand
Moderate local demand
Regional Notes
Suitable for Malaysian urban gardens
Sources
- Malaysian Herb Growing Guide — MARDI · Last reviewed: 2024-06-15
Category: Herbs