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Common
name: "Creeping Thyme" or "Mother of
Thyme"
Latin name: Thymus praecox 'Coccineus' - syn T.
serphyllum
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Zone: 4
- 9
Elevation to: 9000'
Growth habit: Ground cover
Max height: 1" - 3"
Spread: 12"
Flowers: Yes, June - July
Flower type:
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 16+
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Pictured: Thymus
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Cultivation:
Plant in full sun in well drained soil. "Creeping Thyme"
adapts to most soil types and is very drought tolerant. Before
buying any variety of "Thyme" test it's fragrance... it
should have a strong scent. Can be used as a seasoning in
the kitchen.
Propagation:
Seed can be started in a cold frame or greenhouse in early spring,
then planted outdoors after danger of frost has passed. For
quicker growth... purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden
Center. Once established... plants can be divided in spring.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
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