Common Name:
Thyme
Description:
A low growing perennial groundcover with tiny leaves.
Flower:
Masses of tiny magenta- pink flowers cover this delightful groundcover.
Size:
A true groundcover only reaching 10cm high, and will spread to approximately 40cm across.
Growing Conditions:
Thyme likes to be planted in full sun. This encourages more flowers and attractive, tight foliage. If in shade the Thyme tends to ‘open up’ and be a bit leggier. Thyme prefer dry or well drained soil as over watering can lead to root rot which is one of the main reasons for Thyme not doing well.
Care:
Requires little care and yet performs consistently and strongly. A light trim after flowering will keep it tidy and under control. If you have used it as a lawn or between pavers you can set the lawn mower and carefully mow over them.
Uses:
- As a lawn alternative or for between pavers.
- A neat container plant to hang over the edges.
- A colourful groundcover and as a part of the vegetable or herb garden. Nearly any variety of Thyme can be used when a recipe asks for it.
Comments:
This truly is a stunning groundcover that needs no improving on. The sheer mass of colour in spring is amazing and it looks after itself. A deserving plant for nearly any garden situation, plant with other hardy and colourful perennials for a wonderful spring display. A great weed suppressing plant as well.