Thyme serpyllum 'Magic Carpet'

Magic Carpet Thyme for sale | Rare Roots

Common Name: Creeping Thyme

Carmine-pink flowers in early summer over aromatic lemon-scented green foliage. Forms a tight, ground-hugging carpet. Semi-woody plants have leaves that are small and fragrant. Short spikes of flowers occur during summer. Plants should be sheared frequently to maintain form and vigor. Requires well-drained soil, especially in winter. Evergreen. Attractive to butterflies. Zones 4-9. Height/Spread: 1"-2" x 14"

Characteristics

Height in Inches at Maturity: 2
Width in Inches at Maturity: 14
Bloom Color: Pink
Bloom Time: Spring to summer
Light Requirements: Full sun to light shade
Soil Preferences: Prefers well-drained soil
Zones: 4-9

This perennial is a member of the following collections:

Deer-Resistant Perennials
THYME

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