Thymus Elfin

Creeping Thyme
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A very special and charming dwarf Thyme with miniature leaves and lavender flowers. Elfin Thyme provides pleasing texture and fragrance for your groundcover needs. Soften stone edges on walls or stepping stones with this evergreen mat. Will withstand mild foot traffic.

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Code THEL

Patent

Plant Type Perennials, Groundcovers

Species serpyllum

Height Short 2-4"

Spacing Plant 12" apart

Bloom Time Mid-Spring to Late Spring

Sun / Shade Full Sun to Half Sun / Half Shade

Zones 4-8

Soil Type Normal, Sandy

Water Needs Low

Sold In Plantable Pots

Special Features

  • Beneficial for Pollinators
  • Deer Resistant
  • Evergreen

Planting Sites

  • For a Slope or Bank
  • Groundcovers
  • Foot Traffic Tolerant

Thymus General Information

Creeping Thyme is a valuable plant in the perennial world. All are low mats of evergreen texture and scent, useful between stepping stones and in cracks. All prefer good drainage. Flowers and foliage color are additional assets. Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.

Thymus Plant Care

Will tolerate most soils provided they are well-drained (especially in winter). Division can be done in spring or fall. Can be divided and replanted to regenerate growth or dig and transplant a few rooted sections to establish a new area. Cut off any winter damage to new growth in early spring. Any heavy pruning should be done before August. Evergreen in winter.