How to Propagate Thyme From Cuttings and By Layering.

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How to propagate and grow thyme plants from cuttings. A brief look at how grow thyme by layering.
Take cuttings 10 cm long
Pinch out any flowers
Strip foliage from the lower 2/3
Dip in hormone powder or honey
Use a dippler to make a hole in the soil mix
Place the cutting in the hole
Firm in
Water in
Cover with a soft drink bottle
Use a misting spray to keep moist.
You can also propagate thyme by layering.

[@Timetravel1111]

I was surprised when you put the bottle on. Your methodical speaking and accent too makes me relaxed.

[@RavenVargas27]

Thanks this is a big help I just started some thyme

[@davidschmidt270]

Thank you friend.... really enjoyed how easy and simple you made it....and not trying to sound weird or anything but enjoyed your voice as well! 👏👏👏

[@joshuajackson9681]

i liked your idea of the cut bottle over the cutlet to draw humidity..first ive seen do that...subscribed ✔

[@K3V1Neightysix69]

i got an italian seed of seeds consisting of basil, oregano, thyme and parsley.. the first one that started growing were the thymes.. cool video.!

[@higherandhigher5848]

Some very useful tips. Thank you.

[@blackdalia1065]

Very nice! Thank you! Complete and simple!!!

[@johnnyAGardening]

Thanks Delilah.

[@ronj5714]

Thanks this really helped. Didn't have an old bottle so I used a ziplock back over it. Hope this works.

[@johnnyAGardening]

It should work, we have used all sorts of clear coverings to keep the humidity in, most work....

[@samuelmckenzie5456]

Thanks for that video thyme is one of plants I like to grow.

[@johnnyAGardening]

Hello Samuel. With so many different types it is one of our favourites as well. we do like the low growing ground cover types, or 'Creeping Thyme'.

[@traille21]

thank you it's my fist time getting it right

[@kennethborregaardrasmussen742]

Cheers mate, I'm on it!

[@thewintergardener2873]

Great Video, I definitely learned something here.. I'm in South Florida and have a nice German Thyme plant growing in a large pot... I started it from seed, and have friends and family asking me to grow them one.. Using this method will increase my chances of success, taking cuttings from an already successful, flourishing plant.. I didn't know I could do this.. Thanks for posting..

[@thegamingelk5568]

Hey my German thyme isn’t looking too good any tips? Because I don’t really see any one with that plant that has tips for me

[@danielgoulding4623]

Thanx for some excellent tips !

[@johnnyAGardening]

Thanks for the comment Daniel, glad that you like it.

[@libertylady1952]

Good information! Thanks!

[@susanfryer1616]

Thanks very useful

[@ClariceAust]

You're a natural teacher, Johnny, and the relaxed and methodical manner in which you express things makes them sink in! Excellent. Thanks very much for the video. But I did have a question about subsequent watering, when next and how often?

[@johnnyAGardening]

We give the cuttings a mist spray through the top of the bottle, frequency depends on how hot it is. Say twice a week. Every two weeks I generally take the cover off and text the soil for moisture (stick my finger down into it) never really dry and never really wet. If if begins to dry I give it a light watering with a liquid seaweed fertiliser. You can generally see if the soil is drying by looking at the colour,

[@ClariceAust]

Thanks for that. It's wonderful to be able to propagate herbs; I've spent so much money on replacing them over the years!

[@IVgic]

works well, bravo!

[@shnbwmn]

Perfect, thanks!

[@sebyawesomeness2.033]

I bought some creeping thyme from Lowe's. I planted it and a few weeks later, it all died. Help...

[@peter-radiantpipes2800]

Thank you!

[@omarmohamad2249]

Thanks so much

[@genxmurse7019]

Nice gingko tree!

[@innerworkpodcast9929]

Thank u helpful

[@Bubnova]

Thank you

[@naleenidas7734]

I've got a pot of thyme too. Leaves are real delicate though. Wonder if I'd have the same success. I tried dividing it by the roots and they died ): I live in Malaysia.

[@trumatter]

Oh also, my thyme is growing new leaves ❤️ thank you

[@armandofernandez6772]

Pretty awesome!!. Thank you, your videos help me a lot. best wishes.

[@johnnyAGardening]

Thanks Armando - hope to have a video on sone of the different thyme varieties soon.

[@malkie638]

the honey trick will be tried : )

[@trumatter]

Hi. When do we remove the cover? Keep it for 4 weeks?

[@colleenakaleeannrogers1486]

What if I bought thyme from the supermarket, but it was in a refrigerator. Can I use cuttings from that?

[@shericreates]

I have been trying to take cuttings and process like you said but place in water until roots form. As soon as I transplant they die. Guess I’ll try your way and hope for the best.

[@johnnyAGardening]

Hello Sheri, the water method is is little hit and miss, the roots that form can be very fragile and difficult to then get going in soil. Be patient, the soil method will work.

[@maestroo.8789]

good

[@richardwilliams3839]

Niceeeee man niceeee

[@valgailjarrett]

Good

[@susanfryer1616]

I must do some

[@rickydoe6863]

Sweet thx!

[@johnnyAGardening]

Hope it helps you. Thanks for the comment.

[@v.j.l.4073]

very confusing and from the distance you filmed the first cutting, could not see the leaves left on the cutting. It looked completely stripped. Then on the close-up you showed cuttings with leaves left on. Was confusion to me what to strip off and what to leave on. I had to watch it several times to try to figure it out.

[@valgailjarrett]

Oranano corriander plz

[@BurntEmbers]

Thanks, just what I needed! How often do you water them after planting them in the pot?

[@johnnyAGardening]

Wait to water until the soil drys out a little on the top. Moist, however never wet and soggy. Also ensure that the drainage is good. It will depend on the time of year and the position of the pot. If under cover, around once a week or even two weeks. Poke your finger into the soil to see how moist it is.

[@evagelospapas4381]

very nice video What season do we cut thyme grafts?

[@johnnyAGardening]

We do ours in spring or late summer, both work for us. You may be able to do them in cooler times in warmer climates, or if you have a warm position indoors.

[@ZanesFacebook]

Instead of rooting hormone I use a hydroponic nutrient mix and I just root them in water. I get a half inch root in three days and after a week they're almost two to three inches

[@johnnyAGardening]

Interesting technique, we will have to try that, thanks for the heads up.

[@jopla909]

Does the pot need to be in shade the first weeks ? Thank you

[@johnnyAGardening]

We keep the pot in semi shade (dappled shade) for around 3 weeks. If it was really hot weather, a longer..... Keep it moist, not wet.

[@kevamelville8114]

Hi this is the second time I buy a thyme plant and it drys up on me I water it an put it where it will gt light I'm I missing something HELP

[@agawied2910]

keva melville soil might be draining too quickly, try using a little bigger container and adding mycorrhiza to your soil and it will help hold water and feed its to the plant

[@sweetumssweet6643]

Why you put that plastic bottles? I didn't understand that & thanks for amazing video!

[@johnnyAGardening]

We use the plasctic bottle to maintain humidity and moisture, a litle bit like a mini greenhouse

[@Timetravel1111]

My English thyme died and now I am pondering the proper placement for my new lemon 🍋 thyme. In a Pot, or the earth. The stick says part shade.

[@johnnyAGardening]

Our Lemon Thyme thrives in full sun for most of the year, it does get a little afternoon shade in mid summer. If its in good soil it is a tough plant, well drained soil, humus rich.

[@dippster357]

Hey John, Like i said they always don't survive the plant is totally dead i think these need some kind of food or something like "miracle plant food" because I wanted to grow about five other herbs but they always die and i look at my plants every day to see ( they sit by my window up until 6pm it's very sunny )how they are doing, the only herbs that survive is basil which i bought 2 years ago i would like to know your thoughts on this matter?

[@johnnyAGardening]

For the new cuttings maybe to much sun, especially by a window, filtered light only, especially in the afternoon, until they get going

[@dippster357]

Thank you, John! the next time i will, but what about miracle grow plant food?

[@johnnyAGardening]

You can use a diluted form if you want, however the cuttings should not need it to strike properly.

[@NMW80]

What season do you recommend propagating them like you did? Spring or summer? I am doing it inside atm and I’m in Australia too, down in cold vic near Melbs. I have had them in water for weeks now (changing it every day or 2) and still no roots but they are still alive. So I’m ready to give up on the water method and put them straight into dirt.

[@johnnyAGardening]

I would wait until spring/early summer (unless you have a greenhouse). We are not big fans of the water method for thyme. As I look out the window, I can confirm its cold in Melbourne.

[@NMW80]

johnny A yeah I thought so lol it’s not working out for me in the water. It’s been 6 weeks roughly now and no signs of any roots. I might pot them all up and leave them on next to window and see how I go. Brrrh it’s cold alright and wet, i hate winter. Cheers mate 👍

[@NMW80]

johnny A not sure what type of thyme I have but I bought a bunch at local fruit n veg shop but yours looks a tad different. I will have to look up the types, I didn’t realise there was a few types until your vid lol.

[@NMW80]

johnny A subbed and liked btw 😊

[@amyhoang9140]

Hi Johnny. Very interesting information about using honey as replacement of hormone powder. The honey can be used for any plants or only for thyme?

[@johnnyAGardening]

You can use it for most cuttings...

[@FabJacqueO]

Hi Mr. John, What does the Bottle do in this video??? I live in Orlando FL. and it's always Hot... Should I still use the plastic bottle??? Jacqueline

[@johnnyAGardening]

The bottle helps maintain humidity as well as warmth and reduce transpiration. It is useful in warmer climates to maintain the humidity, in your climate that will depend on the time of the year. I would suggest in your zone that the if you use the bottle (and i would) that it is out of direct sun in dappled shade. Also make sure the cap is OFF the bottle. As soon as you see signs of growth, remove the bottle

[@kadopilo4745]

That is exactly what I wanted to know! Thanks!

[@paulam1596]

Thanks I am in Florida too .. so this helped

[@dippster357]

I hope this works! Cause I've been trying to grow this for some time and it always dies i just propagated my thyme plant earlier today, I wish i knew about using honey BEFORE I DID THIS OOOH WELL, IF IT DIES I CAN TRY AGAIN OR PULL THEM OUT AND ADD HONEY!

[@johnnyAGardening]

Leave them be, they should still strike and grow roots.

[@dippster357]

Ok, I will do as you say, John Allman, PS. I LIKE YOUR FAM MUSIC! HAHAHA LOL ( fam is short for family ) thanks again!

[@johnnyAGardening]

The Bros were good.....

[@blaque5900]

When do they start needing water? After 10 hours or more? When should I water them?

[@johnnyAGardening]

Water them immediately after planting and then as soon as the soil on the top begins to dry a little. Always damp, never dry and never really soggy.

[@ShanDrayton]

Was the soft drink bottle corked?

[@johnnyAGardening]

No, top off, the narrow opening provides enough humidity. In very cold areas you could leave the top on and just take it off every second day to let it breath

[@JabberCT]

I bought some creeping thyme seeds and planted them into biodegradable seed tray cups. Any tips to make them pop as fast as possible?

[@johnnyAGardening]

Keep then moist (not wet) with a little warmth, and good light.

[@JabberCT]

Thanks. Is a little miracle grow OK or not recommended? Its my 1st time growing them so I don't want to mess it up since its almost July. :)

[@johnnyAGardening]

Once the seeds show some growth, a diluted application of miracle grow will assist with growth. Not to strong.

[@naleenidas7734]

I live in Malaysia. Just bought me my very 1st pot of thyme. I notice they're pretty delicate though and they smell of 'ajwain' seeds - really strong aromatic spice seeds we use in Indian cooking. Are they the same, I wonder?

[@johnnyAGardening]

Hello Naleeni, Ajwain, I think, is Trachyspermum ammi , widely used in India and Pakistan - and it is actually related to Parsley. HOWEVER the seeds of Ajwain do have a strong thyme flavour / aroma. So not the same, but yes the aroma is similar. Also known as Carom..

[@naleenidas7734]

Thanks John. Just watched the video to the end. Am really interesting in trying the layering method. Will keep you posted. Thyme makes a lovely ornamental plant too :)

[@FatemaAmmar76]

Thank you for the information. I don't know much about gardening, but I'm trying to learn. Do we leave the bottle capped or uncapped? And for how long do we keep the bottle on the cuttings?

[@johnnyAGardening]

Uncapped, leave it on until you see some new growth, usually 3 - 4 weeks. Keep it out of very hot sun and the soil moist.

[@FatemaAmmar76]

@@johnnyAGardening Thank you. Grateful for your reply.

[@FatemaAmmar76]

@@johnnyAGardening Hi Johnny. Sad to tell you my thyme cuttings failed. But I will try again. Maybe when it's less hot.

[@johnnyAGardening]

@@FatemaAmmar76 Yes try in early spring, might be best. And keep the cuttings out of the sun in the afternoon at least. Where are you located ?

[@FatemaAmmar76]

@@johnnyAGardening Located in Egypt. Temperatures above 30 centigrade nowadays. Had kept those cuttings indoors near a window. No direct sunlight. And had covered with a bottle just like you had shown. Soil was moist all of the time.

[@m.tetrad466]

When do you think it's okay to put it in the ground, or should I start it there? Thanks!

[@johnnyAGardening]

We wait until we see signs of new foliage growth. Usually around 8 weeks depending on the climate. Yes you could start them in the ground, however success rate may not be as good.

[@m.tetrad466]

@@johnnyAGardening thanks so much! I'm in California, but I think it seems best to transplant afterwards as you've stated. I'm looking forward to getting these started today. 💚🌱🪴

[@briannaferrara6904]

John, great video I am a slow learner at my age. Two questions....1. Are you using plain potting soil? 2. Will thyme propagate and grow well indoors on a sunny windowsill? We are in winter here I cold framed my big thyme plant and took cuttings to propagate inside.

[@johnnyAGardening]

Hello Brianna, yes we used a normal potting soil for that demo. I think it could strike well on a sunny windowsill, and would at least give it a try. ALSO - You can sometimes find rooted stems around the base of larger plants, these can be removed and will grow well if replanted with the roots attached. And its never to late to learn, keeps you young......

[@bentocamirona374]

Hi! I bought some french thyme seeds and planted them. They are very small and weak. They are dying quickly.

[@johnnyAGardening]

Hard to tell without seeing them, could be drying out, or too much heat at an early age. OR overwatering - wet and soggy soil.

[@bentocamirona374]

@@johnnyAGardening I thought so. I tried 3 times, the last ones seems healthy for now. I put them on a sunny window frame, they are inside. thanks for the answer.

[@ayeshamorgan1030]

tried your experiment so how long do i have to wait to see much growth?

[@silviacampbell1838]

4-6 weeks

[@jeffreykoh560]

Just bought a pot of thyme but it seems to be drying itself out. Watering once everyday as was told by the seller. Why is it drying up?

[@johnnyAGardening]

Is it a small new cutting ? If so the root system may be under developed. Keep it in a cool yet light position for a while. If its a larger plant most likely the plant needs re potting, the soil mix may be exhausted.

[@jeffreykoh560]

It's a full grown plant from a nursery. I had it in the shade and watered daily after bringing it home. Maybe that's the problem!

[@johnnyAGardening]

Thyme likes sun and well drained soil. So overwatering in shade will cause problems. If the potting soil / mix is good cut back on the watering and give it more sun.

[@NaturebyGus]

Sorry to doubt about your video but in "4 to 6 weeks" and all the spots of soil and the little piece of plant in the table (right side) is still in the same place? Very suspicious...

[@nickdrake7425]

He said it was a different plant they had prepared 4-6 weeks earlier

[@ayeshamorgan1030]

i live in caribbean the island of Jamaica

[@johnnyAGardening]

It depends on how warm it is, so in Jamaica I would guess around 4 - 6 weeks. As soon as you see a little growth you can use some fertiliser, only a little at first.

[@cathyanderson8197]

Or willow bark water which has salycic acid in it

[@johnnyAGardening]

Thanks for the reminder on that one Cathy, willow bark water has been used for many years for plant propagation.

[@user-en4oo3bh4i]

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[@johnnyAGardening]

Thanks for watching.

[@Philrc]

I'm sorry but i just can't take the aussie accent seriously :) :)