Thymus serpyllum

Mother-of-Thyme

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.515.100

There are a great many selections of Thyme grown in gardens, all of them with edible leaves and some degree of fragrance and flavor. This is a vigorous mat-forming species, with dark green leaves and clusters of bright rose-purple flowers. One of the best for large groundcover plantings. Also nice in the rock garden, or used in mixed containers and tubs. May be mown in early spring. Easily divided in spring or early fall. Drought tolerant, once established. Attractive to butterflies. Evergreen.

Further details for
Thymus serpyllum

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Dry

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Purple

Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer

Foliage Color
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Culinary
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Fragrant
  Ground Cover
  Massed

Flower Head Size
Very Small

Height
15-20 cm
6-8 inches

Spread
30-60 cm
12-23 inches

Foot Traffic
Light

Growth Rate
Fast