Thyme keeps about 2–3 weeks in the fridge at 40°F (4°C) or below, counting from the day you bought it.
That's the longest window published for Thyme — sealed in the fridge is its best case.
| Situation | Keeps for |
|---|---|
| Unopened · pantry | 1–2 weeks |
| Unopened · fridge | 2–3 weeks |
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About 2–3 weeks at 40°F (4°C) or below, according to USDA FoodKeeper v128. That window runs from the day you bought it — FoodKeeper publishes no separate after-opening figure for this one.
Thyme is shelf-stable at room temperature: cool, dry pantry, or refrigerate at 40°F (4°C) or below to keep it longer. Refrigerating it mainly preserves quality rather than safety.
Look for: Sliminess or a wet film; Mould or dark mushy spots; Limp, shrivelled, or yellowing leaves; An off or sour smell. Those are the general signs for vegetables — USDA FoodKeeper v128 publishes no spoilage note for Thyme specifically. Never taste something to test it — when in doubt, throw it out.