Thyme, Creeping (Thymus serphyllum)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Groundcover

Thyme, Creeping
Thymus serphyllum

Creeping Thyme in flower
Creeping Thyme in flower
 
Features
Very low growing plant with tiny leaves giving it a fine texteure. Pink or lavendar flowers in late spring and early summer. 
 
Culture
Full sun. Well drained soil is a must. 
 
Cultivars
  • 'Albus'- white flowers.
  • 'Coccineus'- showy red flowers.
  • 'Roseus'- Pink flowers.
 
 
Mature Height
1-3 Inches
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 8 
 
Bloom Color
Pink
 
 
Bloom Season
June - July
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

Root and stem rot is a problem in wet soils.
 
Additional Notes

 

 
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