Thymus serpyllum - (Creeping Thyme / Wild Thyme) |
An evergreen creeping plant, forming a dense cushioned carpet, with each plant growing to 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) tall and spreading up to 30 cm (12 in) wide
The leaves are very small and remain green all year, completely covering the ground, and can even be walked on! When walked on, they emit a beautiful fragrance
The flowers are a striking purple-violet in bloom from May through to August, forming a purple-violet carpet with hardly any green to be seen
These plants require no maintenance such as mowing, trimming, watering, feeding or any care – they look after themselves! The plants are fully hardy to -34°C (-30°F) and are drought-tolerant
Attracts butterflies and bees
Please note: full germination instructions are printed on each pack
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GROWING DETAILS |
Genus: Thymus
Species: serpyllum
English name: Creeping Thyme / Wild Thyme / Mother of Thyme
Plant type: Hardy evergreen creeping perennial
Height: 5 to 10 cm (2-4 in)
Spread: Up to 30 cm (12 in)
Season of Interest: Purple-violet flowers from May to August; green carpet of foliage throughout winter
Hardiness: Fully hardy to -34°C (-30°F)
Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade
Soil: Prefers well-drained, light-textured soil with modest fertility
Propagation methods: From seed and divisions
DELIVERY CHARGES |
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