Mother of Thyme

 

Thymus serpyllum

Lamiaceae

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Form: Herb
Seasonality: Evergreen woody perennial
Size: 3" tall, flat to undulating mass to 3' wide
Leaves; Small, medium green ovals

Flowers: Clusters of lilac to purple tubular flowers in early summer
Fruit:
Seed
Stems/Trunks: Green to purple trailing stems
Range/Origin: northern Europe
Hardiness: Sunset A2, A3, 1 - 24

Comments: Low litter, No thorns

 

CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Exposure: Full to partial sun
  • Water: Moderate water
  • Soil: Well-drained light-textured soil
  • Propagation: Division; cuttings, seed
  • Maintenance: Minimal

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