Elfin Creeping Thyme - Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin'

This evergreen perennial makes an excellent summer blooming ground cover. Maturing at 2" or less in height makes this a great choice for plant beds needing color without height. Creeping thyme prefers well-drained soil and some light afternoon shade. The pleasant fragrance adds to the allure of using this ground cover in the landscape. * Deer Resistant * Attracts : Butterflies & other Beneficial Pollinators Ornamental Characteristics Category Flowering Perennial / Ground-cover Environmental Characteristics

deer resistant pollinator friendly drought tolerant Piedmont NC full sun evergreen perennial 1.5 gallon purple flowers partial shade 1 gallon ground cover creeping thyme elfin thyme thymus serpyllum low growing

$ 10.00

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Latin Name
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Size	1 gallon container, 1.5 gallon container
Latin Name	Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin'
Foliage Type	Evergreen
Height	1"-2"
Spread	4"-8"
Shape	Ground-cover
Primary Foliage Color	Green
Seasonal Foliage Color	Green
Flowering Season	Early to Mid Summer
Flower Color	Purple
Growth Rate	Moderate
Sun Preferences	Full Sun and Partial Shade
Water Preferences	Average: Ensure planting area provides good drainage.
Cold Hardiness Zone	4-8
Fruits	N/A

Elfin Creeping Thyme - Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin'

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