Well, it took about a year but my thyme bonsai is back and ready for action! Before it moved onto to its final reward I removed large portions of its roots and buried them within the garden. Taking care to water and wait for any signs of life. Today, I am pleased to announce that I was able to salvage some of the thyme root and now I have a successful and full looking thyme bush again.
Currently, I have it in a medium sized pot which contains a mixture of Turface and potting mix. However, I feel that it is time (no pun intended) to get my herb into a traditional bonsai container.
However, first I must ask for advice on the particulars involved.
1. When should I re-pot thyme?
2. What soil mixture would work for a hardy herb?
I have ideas and theories for how to proceed but since I killed my thyme once already I would like some ideas.