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Thymus serpyllum


Thymus serpyllum

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
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 white 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  

Common name
Creeping thyme

Family name
Labiatae
Place of origin
Garden origin


DETAILS
Height
5 cm
Width
50 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen

Soil Type

Moisture

Exposure


Perennials

Category
Small, height up to 0.6 metres.
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 2.5 container. Ask for it at your retailer.
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