Thyme 'Compactus'

Thymus vulgaris

How to grow Thyme 'Compactus'

  • Full Sun

  • Low

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to apply water fairly sparingly. Keep in mind when planting that Compactus is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Compactus requires a sandy soil with a ph of 6.0 - 7.0 - it grows best in weakly acidic soil to neutral soil.

Growing Compactus from seed

Look to ensure a distance 11.7 inches (30.0 cm) between Compactus seeds when sowing to make sure your seedlings have enough space. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 21°C / 70°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Compactus about 42 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Compactus

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Compactus is a hardy plant.

Harvesting Compactus