Plant Number: 1.515.290 |
Mediterranean Creeping Thyme
Thymus longicaulis
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There are a great many selections of Thyme grown in gardens, all of them with edible leaves and some degree of fragrance and flavour. This is a low mat-forming species, with dark green needle-like leaves and clusters of bright-pink flowers during summer. A good choice for hot and sunny sites. Drought tolerant once established. Evergreen. |
Zone 6 to Zone 9 |
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Conditions | Appearance | |
Sun Exposure Full Sun Soil Type Normal Sandy Soil pH Acid Alkaline Neutral Soil Moisture Dry Care Level Easy Foot Traffic Moderate Rate of Spread Medium |
Flower Colour Deep Pink Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Foliage Color Deep Green Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Attracts Butterflies Containers Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant Edging Evergreen Fragrant Ground Cover Massed Flower Head Size Very Small Height 5-10 cm 2-4 inches Spread 30-45 cm 12-18 inches |
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