Acinos arvensis (Clinopodium acinos) - P11

Description
The Basil Thyme (Acinos arvensis) is an upright perennial that produces purple, lip-shaped flowers from June to September. Its pointed ovate leaves are medium green in colour. In a sunny location with well-drained, dry soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 40 cm.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Clinopodium acinos.

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Basil Thymes are medium green, pointed ovate. They are about 1 - 2 cm in size.

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
- If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour! - Rock garden plants love loose, well-drained soil. However, as this substrate stores little water, the plants must be watered regularly for several weeks after planting, especially in dry conditions, until they are sufficiently rooted.

Flower
Acinos arvensis forms lip-shaped, purple flowers from June.

Use
Group planting, rock garden