![]() ![]() It can be propagated by division however, as a cultivated variety, be aware that it may be subject to certain restrictions or prohibitions on propagation. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America. Consider covering it with a thick layer of mulch in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for a low-water garden or xeriscape application. It prefers to grow in average to dry locations, and dislikes excessive moisture. This plant should only be grown in full sunlight. As an evegreen perennial, this plant will typically keep its form and foliage year-round. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 10 years. Its foliage tends to remain low and dense right to the ground. Coccineus Red Creeping Thyme Thymus praecox (1) 5 4 3 2 1 1 See all reviews Exposure Sun Flower Season Summer Mature Size 6' 10' Height: 3' - 6' Spread: 8' - 10' Details Features Thymus or thymon is Greek for 'courage.' Through the centuries it has been used for traditions relating to this theme. When grown in masses or used as a bedding plant, individual plants should be spaced approximately 16 inches apart. Red Creeping Thyme will grow to be only 2 inches tall at maturity extending to 3 inches tall with the flowers, with a spread of 18 inches. Red Creeping Thyme is recommended for the following landscape applications Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration Deer don't particularly care for this plant and will usually leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. Its foliage tends to remain low and dense right to the ground. This plant will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and is best cleaned up in early spring before it resumes active growth for the season. Red Creeping Thyme will grow to be only 2 inches tall at maturity extending to 3 inches tall with the flowers, with a spread of 18 inches. It brings an extremely fine and delicate texture to the garden composition and should be used to full effect. Red Creeping Thyme is a dense herbaceous evergreen perennial with a ground-hugging habit of growth. Its attractive tiny fragrant round leaves remain dark green in colour throughout the year. Red Creeping Thyme is smothered in stunning rose flowers at the ends of the stems from early to mid summer. This fragrant, creeping plant has tiny, dark green leaves. Other Names: Mother-of-Thyme, Creeping ThymeĪ highly desirable and popular groundcover, forming a dense low mat completely covered in crimson-violet flowers throughout summer, attractive fine and fragrant foliage the rest of the season needs a dry and sunny location, can take light foot traffic Creeping Thyme is a native of northern Africa, Europe, and Asia, and has naturalized in North America. ![]()
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