2000 Creeping Lemon Thyme Seeds - Thymus pulegioides

Creeping Lemon Thyme Seeds – Thymus Pulegioides | Fragrant Ground Cover, Pollinator-Friendly, Medicinal Perennial

Transform your garden into a fragrant, bee-friendly paradise with Creeping Lemon Thyme Seeds (Thymus pulegioides). Also known as wild thyme, broad-leaf thyme, or larger thyme, this hardy perennial forms lush, aromatic mats of greenery topped with delicate lavender blooms in summer.

🌱 Why Grow Creeping Lemon Thyme?

• Beautiful Ground Cover: Dense, spreading mats make it ideal for borders, walkways, or rock gardens.
  
• Pollinator Magnet: Lavender blossoms attract honeybees, butterflies, and wild bees.
  
• Fragrant & Culinary Use: Enjoy its lemony aroma and use it fresh or dried in teas, roasts, soups, and marinades.
  
• Medicinal Benefits: Traditionally used to support respiratory health, circulation, kidney & bladder wellness, and digestion.
  
• Low-Maintenance: Drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and thrives in full sun to partial shade.

🌸 Plant Details:

• Height: 6 – 12 inches tall
  
• Bloom Season: Summer (purple/lavender flowers)
  
• Zones: USDA 3 – 9
  
• Growth Rate: Moderate, spreading habit
  
• Soil Needs: Well-drained soil, pH 5.8 – 6.8
  
• Foot Traffic: Light (great for stepping stones or garden paths)

Growing Instructions:

• Temperature: 70°F ideal for germination
  
• Germination Time: 14 – 28 days (slow grower, be patient!)
  
• Light: Seeds require light — press into soil, do not cover.
  
• Watering: Allow soil to dry between waterings.
  
• Fertilizer: Apply balanced fertilizer or diluted fish emulsion every 2 weeks.
  
• Harvesting: Cut stems 2" above ground after 85 days, before flowering. Dry leaves for long-term use.
  
• Pro Tip: Stop harvesting 1 month before first fall frost for winter hardiness.

❓ FAQ - Creeping Lemon Thyme Seeds - Thymus pulegioides

Is Creeping Lemon Thyme easy to grow from seed?
Yes, though it germinates slowly (14–28 days). With patience and consistent moisture during germination, it establishes into a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial.

Can I use creeping thyme in cooking?
Absolutely! Its lemony fragrance makes it perfect for seasoning soups, roasts, marinades, teas, and herbal blends.

Does it really repel pests?
Yes! Its strong citrusy fragrance naturally deters deer and certain garden pests, while attracting beneficial pollinators like bees.

Can it handle foot traffic?
Light foot traffic is fine, making it excellent for planting between stepping stones, along walkways, or as a living mulch.

How tall does it grow?
Plants typically reach 6–12 inches tall, with flowers blooming slightly above the foliage.