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Thymus praecox arcticus
Creeping Thyme
Information by: Photographer: Linda Engstrom
Description
This small, mat-growing perennial will grow about 3 inches tall and up to 3' wide. It has round, dark green leaves and purple flowers that bloom in summer. Tolerates light foot traffic. Leaves can be used in seasoning and potpourris.
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Water Saving Tip:
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.