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Thymus leucotrichus
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Thymus leucotrichus
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Thymus leucotrichus


Moonlight Thyme

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.515.090


Moonlight Thyme is a bushy-growing species, useful both as an ornamental perennial and culinary herb. Plants form a low, shrubby evergreen clump of tiny grey-green leaves, bearing clusters of soft-pink flowers in summer. The fragrance and flavor is sharp and spicy. Very drought tolerant once established. Plants should be lightly pruned in early spring, but no lower than 4 to 6 inches. Not easily divided. Flowers are attractive to butterflies.

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Thymus leucotrichus


Optimal Growing
Conditions
Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Dry
Care Level
  Easy
Flower Colour
  Light Pink
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
Foliage Color
  Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Culinary
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Fragrant
Height
   10-20 cm
   4-8 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Slow
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.