Can You Grow Thyme in Yukon?
Canada · Canadian Zone 1 · zones 0, 1
Thyme grows in most zones — it is more cold-hardy than many herbs.
Plant zones
Yukon last frost
Yukon first frost
Days to harvest
About Thyme
Thyme is a drought-tolerant cold-hardy herb that thrives in poor soil and full sun.
Plant in well-drained soil — thyme rots in wet conditions. Prune after flowering to keep compact. Excellent for containers and rock gardens. Cut stems for drying just as flowers open.
Gardening in Yukon
Yukon has a subarctic continental climate with extreme cold winters but surprisingly warm and long summer days. Whitehorse is Zone 1b-2a. Some vegetables succeed with cold frames and fast-maturing varieties.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Thyme in Yukon?
Thyme grows in most zones — it is more cold-hardy than many herbs.
What zone is Yukon?
Yukon spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1).
When do you plant Thyme in Yukon?
See the planting guide for Thyme — timing depends on your exact frost date.