Creeping Thyme Thymus Serpyllum – Hardy Ground Cover Seeds
Enhance your garden with low-growing, aromatic Creeping Thyme. Thymus Serpyllum spreads to form a dense, evergreen carpet of tiny green leaves dotted with purple blooms, ideal for walkways, rock gardens, and sunny borders.
Key Benefits:
- Hardy ground cover with attractive tiny purple flowers.
- Aromatic foliage adds sensory appeal to gardens and pathways.
- Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant growth suitable for beginner gardeners.
- Perfect for rock gardens, borders, and filling gaps between pavers.
- Supports pollinators like bees and butterflies with seasonal blooms.
Planting & Growth Information:
- Soil: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil.
- Sunlight: Full sun for dense growth and best flowering.
- Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established.
- Germination: 14–21 days; direct sow in spring or autumn.
- Height/Spread: 2–6 inches tall, spreading habit up to 2 feet.
- Growth Type: Hardy perennial ground cover.
- Bloom Season: Late spring to summer.
FAQ:
- Is it beginner-friendly? Yes, hardy and easy to grow.
- Will it attract pollinators? Bees enjoy the tiny purple flowers.
- Can it grow between pavers? Yes, ideal for walkways and rock gardens.
- How long until flowering? Usually within the first growing season.