Heirloom Creeping Thyme Seeds for Planting - Elegant Purple Ground Cover Plants

Creeping Thyme Thymus Serpyllum is a robust, hardy perennial subshrub native to Europe and North Africa. This packet displays a beautiful illustration of the variety to be grown, as well as detailed seed sowing information on the reverse side as well. Measures 3.25" wide by 4.50" tall.

It has a highly fragrant scent that rises up to greet you as you walk along a pathway of Mother of Thyme. As a hardy perennial, it can handle summer heat and winter cold. Creeping Thyme blooms all summer, attracting bees and butterflies, and its evergreen foliage remains attractive even when not in bloom.

The plant has a spreading perennial growth habit, reaching up to 6 inches tall, and forms thick mats with clusters of deep pink flowers that are very fragrant. It is commonly used in stone walkways, borders, and areas needing a ground cover.

Regarding the plant's environmental requirements, it prefers full sun to partial shade conditions. The soil type it thrives in is rich, average, and moist well-drained, with a pH range of 5.8-6.8. It is suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 4-10, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of climates.

The packet displays the plant's season, which is perennial, and its bloom season, which is spring and summer. This information, along with the detailed seed sowing instructions on the reverse side, provides the necessary guidance for successful cultivation of this fragrant and visually appealing ground cover.

In summary, Creeping Thyme Thymus Serpyllum is a hardy, fragrant, and visually-appealing perennial subshrub that can thrive in a variety of environmental conditions, making it a valuable addition to gardens, walkways, and landscaping projects.

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