![]() ![]() ![]() SHIPMENTS OF PLUGS SHIPPED USPS (US POSTAL SERVICE) ARE AT THE BUYER’S RISK! USPS SHIPMENTS ARE NOT INSURABLE! WILL CALLS ACCEPTED. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND MID SUMMER OR MID WINTER SHIPMENTS OF FLATS UNLESS NEXT DAY OR 2ND DAY AIR. SUMMER ORDERS (JULY-AUGUST), MUST BE SHIPPED 2ND DAY OR NEXT DAY AIR. FLAT GROUND SHIPMENTS LIMITED TO MARCH THROUGH JUNE AND SEPTEMBER THROUGH NOVEMBER. FLATS SHIP 72 PLANTS PER FLAT, SOLD AS 70 OR 128 SOLD AS 125. LONGER LEADS MAY BE NECESSARY DURING PEAK SEASONS. FLATS MAY REQUIRE A MINIMUM LEAD TIME OF 4-6 WEEKS IF AVAILABILITY IS ZERO AND WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU ORDER AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE. Zones 4b (with protection)-10 Creeping varieties may seem tall in a plug flat since they have no where to go but on top of each other! Withstands light foot traffic and emits a pleasant scent when walked on. Excellent for use between flagstones in a pathway. This fragrant, creeping plant has tiny, dark green leaves and in June, produces heads of lilac flowers. Serpyllum Creeping Thyme is a native of northern Africa, Europe, and Asia, and has naturalized in North America. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND MID SUMMER OR MID WINTER SHIPMENTS OF FLATS UNLESS NEXT DAY OR 2ND DAY AIR. PLANT PROFILE Season: Perennial Height: 6-8 Inches Bloom Season: Spring/Summer Environment: Sun/Partial Shade Soil Type: Rich/Average/Moist well-drained, pH 5.8-6. ![]() IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING THYME PLUG FLATS!!! Zones 4b (with protection)-10 Creeping varieties may seem tall in a plug flat since they have no where to go but on top of each other!īack orders may require 4-6 weeks, depending on season. A larger creeping type with a height of 4-8″ and highly fragrant if walked on. This fragrant, creeping plant has broad, dark green leaves and in June, produces heads of rose-purple flowers. Also the fastest growing of the creeping Thymes.Ĭreeping Thyme is a native of northern Africa, Europe, and Asia, and has naturalized in North America. It can be propagated by division however, as a cultivated variety, be aware that it may be subject to certain restrictions or prohibitions on propagation.An extra-rugged, larger formed creeping variety. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America. Consider covering it with a thick layer of mulch in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It prefers to grow in average to dry locations, and dislikes excessive moisture. This plant does best in full sun to partial shade. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 10 years. Its foliage tends to remain low and dense right to the ground. ![]() When grown in masses or used as a bedding plant, individual plants should be spaced approximately 14 inches apart. Red Creeping Thyme will grow to be only 2 inches tall at maturity extending to 3 inches tall with the flowers, with a spread of 14 inches. Red Creeping Thyme is recommended for the following landscape applications Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration Deer don't particularly care for this plant and will usually leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. This plant will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and is best cleaned up in early spring before it resumes active growth for the season. It brings an extremely fine and delicate texture to the garden composition and should be used to full effect. Red Creeping Thyme is a dense herbaceous evergreen perennial with a ground-hugging habit of growth. The fruit is not ornamentally significant. Its attractive tiny fragrant round leaves remain dark green in color throughout the year. Red Creeping Thyme is smothered in stunning rose flowers at the ends of the stems from early to mid summer. Other Names: Mother-of-Thyme, Creeping ThymeĪ highly desirable ground cover, forming a dense low mat completely covered in crimson flowers throughout summer, attractive fine and fragrant foliage the rest of the season needs a dry and sunny location, can take light foot traffic. ![]()
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