Thymus vulg. 'Compactus' - P9

Description
The Common thyme 'Compactus' (Thymus vulgaris) is a bushy, dense, stocky, winter-green perennial that produces white-pink flowers with a pleasant fragrance from June to July. In a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 20 cm and grows to a width of approx. 25 cm. The Common thyme 'Compactus' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * very beautiful in containers * wintergreen * deer resistant

leaves
Suitable for consumption.

Frost hardiness
The Common thyme 'Compactus' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Bushy, dense, stocky.

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

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

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

Tasks
- Harvest: In the period from July to October - Sowing in trays or seed boxes: In the period from March to April - Sowing in the open field: April.

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! - Too much fertiliser damages the herb flavour! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Flower
Thymus vulgaris 'Compactus' forms white-pink flowers from June. These exude a pleasant fragrance.

Use
Tubs, cottage garden, bee pasture, meat dishes, medicinal plant, with fish, veg. dishes