Thymus ‘Precompa Thyme’ — Hardy Evergreen Perennial Herb, Bee-Friendly, 1L Pot (Set of 3 or 6)
Thymus ‘Precompa Thyme’ — Hardy Evergreen Perennial Herb, Bee-Friendly, 1L Pot (Set of 3 or 6)
Thymus ‘Precompa Thyme’ — an easy-to-grow edible plant with pale lilac-pink and flowering summer. A reliable nectar source for bees and pollinators. Supplied as a set of 3 or 6 well-rooted plants in 1L pots, grown peat-free at our Yorkshire nursery and ready to plant out.
At a glance
- Type: Hardy Evergreen Perennial Herb
- Mature size: 15–25 cm × 20–30 cm
- Flowering: Summer (June–August)
- Position: Full Sun
- Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators
- Supplied as: Set of 3 or 6 plants in 1L pots
The detail
Bring flavour and fragrance to your garden with this collection of three Thymus vulgaris 'Precompa' thyme plants. Precompa is a specially selected compact form of common thyme, prized for its dense, bushy habit and richly aromatic foliage. Perfect for culinary use, this versatile herb adds depth to a wide range of dishes and is a staple of any kitchen garden.
With its neat, low-growing form, Precompa thyme is equally at home tucked into a sunny border, planted along a path edge, grown in a rockery, or kept in patio containers. During summer, small clusters of pale lilac-pink flowers appear, providing a valuable nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. As an evergreen perennial, it offers year-round interest and a reliable supply of fresh leaves for the kitchen.
Why ours
Grown by us in Yorkshire, in peat-free compost, shipped in plastic-free packaging. Every plant arrives strong, well-rooted and ready to thrive — not weeks of waiting before it gets going. Each order includes access to our free care app with planting and seasonal care reminders.
How to grow
| Botanical name | Thymus vulgaris 'Precompa' |
| Mature size | 15–25 cm × 20–30 cm |
| Growth habit | Compact, Bushy, Low-Growing Evergreen Perennial |
| Position | Full Sun |
| Flowering | Summer (June–August) |
| Hardiness | Fully Hardy (RHS H5) |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators |
| Best for | Herb Gardens, Kitchen Gardens, Borders, Containers, Rockeries, Path Edging |
Frequently asked
When can I harvest?
Expect to harvest across the main growing season. Picking regularly encourages continued cropping.
Will it come back next year?
Depends on the variety — see the cultural information above for hardiness. Hardy perennials and most fruit plants return for several years.
What size pot does it arrive in?
Sets are supplied as 3 or 6 individual plants in 1L pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.