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Creeping Thyme

Ground cover

Thymus serpyllum

Overview
Creeping Thyme is a low-growing ground cover herb that forms dense, spreading mats ideal for rock gardens, pathways, and borders. This heirloom variety matures in 90-95 days and reaches just 6-12 inches tall with delicate, fine-textured foliage. Unlike culinary thyme varieties, it offers a milder, more subtle thyme flavor, making it better suited for ornamental use and gentle seasoning. Hardy and drought-tolerant, it thrives in full sun with well-drained, sandy or rocky soils, even tolerating poor soil conditions. Its prostrate growth habit and ease of care make it an excellent low-maintenance ground cover for gardeners of all skill levels.
Planting
Start from seed indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow in early spring. Can also propagate by division or cuttings.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: low. Soil pH: 6–8. Space plants 6" apart. Germination: 14-21.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids (rare), spider mites in hot weather. Common diseases: Root rot in poorly drained soils.