Thymus vulg. 'Compactus' - P9

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

Leaves
Suitable for consumption.

Growth habit
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 outdoors: 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's aroma! 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
Tub, cottage garden, bee pasture, meat dishes, medicinal plant, with fish, veg. dishes