Fragrant, walkable ground cover. Bees love it, foot traffic can't kill it.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jun to Jul
- USDA Zones
- 3-10
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 2-4"
- Bloom Colors
- PinkPurpleWhite
△ Deer Resistant✿ Pollinator Friendly✦ Low Maintenance❋ Fragrant
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About This Name
Thymus serpyllum is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Creeping Thyme unambiguously. The genus Thymus places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Creeping Thyme, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Thymus serpyllum will give you the most precise results.