Add a splash of color and fragrance to your garden with Creeping Thyme, Thymus Serpyllum seeds. This perennial groundcover not only provides a beautiful carpet of purple blooms but also releases a delightful aroma when tread upon. Perfect for pathways, borders, and filling spaces between stepping stones, Creeping Thyme is a versatile choice for any garden design.
Creeping Thyme - Thymus Serpyllum Specifications:
Season: Perennial
USDA Zones: 4-9
Height: Up to 3 inches
Bloom Season: Summer
Bloom Color: Purple
Environment: Full sun
Deer Resistant: Yes
Latin Name: Thymus serpyllum
Temperature: Tolerates a range of temperatures
Average Germ Time: 14-21 days
Light Required: Full sun
Depth: Lightly cover seeds, about 1/8 inch
Sowing Rate: Spread evenly
Moisture: Drought-tolerant once established
Planting Instructions:
Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun.
Soil Type: Thrives in light, well-drained soil with moderate fertility.
Watering Needs: Drought-tolerant once established, requiring only occasional watering.
Plant Spacing: Plant seeds or small clusters 6-12 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Creeping Thyme is not just functional as a groundcover—it's also aesthetically pleasing and practical, providing a burst of color and a delightful scent to your outdoor spaces.
I do not have an indoor garden so I am waiting until spring to plant. I will try planting closer to Feb or March in small pods watering with spray bottle, and slowly introduce the plants to outdoor conditions.