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Thymus serpyllum 'Coccineus'
Aromatic culinary herb which forms a dense low mat of strongly scented foliage. Stems creep over the ground with dark green small leaves. Masses of dark red flowers in summer. Prefers a warm and sunny site, with well drained soil. Important plant to bees. Contains the essential oil thymol, with many useful properties. Will tolerate light foot traffic.
Genus
Thymus
Species
serpyllum
Cultivar
'Coccineus'
Common name
Wild thyme
Family name
Labiatae
Place of origin
North Europe
DETAILS
Height
5 cm
Width
50 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types
Moisture
Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Prefers a sunny site / Tolerates exposed sites. / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Immaculate / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Perennials
Category
Small, height up to 0.6 metres.
Availability
Please go to our current Monthly Stock List, to check if this plant is likely to be available.
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Your favourite Garden Centre may be able to order it for you ... where to buy our plants.