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Thymus serpyllum

Mother of Thyme

Plant photo of: Thymus serpyllum
Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer: JJ Neilson Arboretum

 

Description

This 2" perennial groundcover is a great addition among other sun-loving perennials. Its creeping stems bear small purple flowers all summer. The plant spreads quickly, and should be placed in average to moist garden soil. The thyme-scented foliage can be used to flavor food. -Holland WIldflower Farm

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial, Herb

Height Range

Under 1'

Width Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

Lavender

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Raised Planter, Walls / Fences, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.