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Mother of Thyme

Mother of Thyme

Thymus serpyllum

Regular price $38.99
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SKU: TL-1thse
Sprawling, fragrant, and effortlessly beautiful, Mother of Thyme is the groundcover you didn’t know you needed. This low-growing, creeping perennial forms a dense mat of lush green foliage, softening hard...
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Zone
USDA Zone:4 to 9
Watering
Watering Needs:Let dry between waterings
Sun Needs
Sun Needs:Partial sun or shade
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Mother of Thyme

Sprawling, fragrant, and effortlessly beautiful, Mother of Thyme is the groundcover you didn’t know you needed. This low-growing, creeping perennial forms a dense mat of lush green foliage, softening hard edges, filling in bare spaces, and weaving between stepping stones like nature’s own tapestry. But when summer hits, it transforms—tiny lavender-pink flowers blanket the plant, turning it into a pollinator paradise. Drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and able to handle foot traffic, this thyme is a must-have for gardens that need beauty without the fuss.

Landscape Size

Average Landscape Size:

Height - 1 in. - 5 in. , Width - 8 in. - 12 in.
Flowering

Flowering Season:

Summer
Landscape

Landscape Use:

Border, Container, Ground Cover, Rock Garden
Features

Special Features:

Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant
SIZE 4" 4 Pack
Watering

Watering Needs:

Let dry between waterings
  • Light: Thrives in full sun for the best growth and most prolific blooms.
  • Soil: Prefers well-draining, sandy or rocky soil; dislikes excess moisture.
  • Watering: Drought-tolerant once established; occasional deep watering in extreme dry spells.
  • Maintenance: Virtually maintenance-free—trim lightly after flowering to keep it neat and compact.
  • Hardiness: Hardy to USDA zones 4-9, thriving in poor soils, rocky terrain, and dry conditions.
  • Additional Tips: Perfect for walkways, between pavers, rock gardens, and erosion control. Pollinator-friendly, deer-resistant, and evergreen in mild climates.