{"title":"Creeping Thyme","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"thymus-purple-carpet-creeping-thyme-29061","title":"Thymus 'Purple Carpet' Creeping Thyme","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThymus 'Purple Carpet' is an ornamental flowering evergreen (in mild winters) subshrub offering 3 seasons to year-round interest, blooming profusely in late spring, its foliage turning dark purple in fall. Borne in terminal whorls, the small, 2-lipped, tubular flowers are shades of purple. Nectar rich, they attract bees and butterflies to the garden. Small, fuzzy, dark green leaves are aromatic, having a pleasing spicy scent, especially when crushed. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e A \u003ci\u003eThymus praecox\u003c\/i\u003e, commonly called creeping thyme, wooly thyme, or mother-of-thyme, 'Purple Carpet', an herbaceous perennial, has a mounding, spreading habit and an average growth rate. Primarily grown as a ground cover, the plant spreads over time by rooting stems to form a dense, flat mat. Shown to best effect when massed or grouped, creeping thyme is an excellent edging plant for pathways or filler for crevices between steppingstones, where foot traffic releases its scent. Well-adapted to urban environments, the plant grows beautifully in beds, borders, or containers and happily sprawls, tumbles, and cascades over rocks and ledges in a rock garden. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eCold Hardy, easy to grow, and low maintenance, 'Purple Carpet' creeping thyme grows best in a sunny location with average to dry, well-draining soils, having a neutral to alkaline pH. The plant not only tolerates drought, salt, and poor soils but thrives in sandy, gritty, or rocky soils. It does not tolerate wet soils, however, which may cause root rot. 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A low, mat-forming plant with fragrant foliage as well as beautiful blooms, it is easy and irresistible in any sunny setting.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eJust a few inches high, the plant is densely covered with tiny, dark green, shiny leaves that are intensely aromatic when crushed—plant them between paving stones and enjoy their fragrance every time you pass by. You'll find yourself in wonderland with the thick carpet of fragrant vivid blooms carpeting your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eEvergreen in the South, semievergreen in the North. Plant 12 to 15 inches apart in full sun and well-drained soil. They will start blooming in late spring, reaching 12-18 inches wide and only a couple of inches tall.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"1-Quart","offer_id":42510641102907,"sku":"48940","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_v1806_1.jpg?v=1753891829"},{"product_id":"thymus-pink-chintz-creeping-pink-thyme-29051","title":"Thymus 'Pink Chintz'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoyal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e'Pink Chintz' is a flowering, dwarf, evergreen (in mild winters) subshrub offering 3 seasons to year-round interest, blooming profusely from early to midsummer. Borne in terminal whorls, the small, 2-lipped, tubular pale pink flowers are nectar rich and well-loved by bees and butterflies. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e A \u003ci\u003eThymus serpyllum\u003c\/i\u003e, commonly called creeping thyme, wild thyme, or mother-of-thyme, 'Pink Chintz', an herbaceous perennial, has a compact, mat-forming habit and a rapid growth rate. Primarily grown as a ground cover, the plant spreads over time by rooting stems. The small, fuzzy, dark green leaves are aromatic, having a pleasing scent when crushed. Shown to best effect when massed, 'Pink Chintz' is an excellent edging plant for pathways or filler for crevices between steppingstones, where foot traffic releases its aroma. Well-adapted to urban environments, the plant grows beautifully in beds, borders, or containers, and it will happily sprawl, tumble, and cascade over rocks and ledges in a rock garden. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eEasy to grow and low maintenance, creeping thyme prefers a sunny location with average to dry well-draining soils, having a neutral to alkaline pH. It not only tolerates poor soils but thrives in sandy, gritty, or rocky soils. However, it will not tolerate wet soils. 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This compact, slow spreading thyme stands just  3 inches tall but spreads up to 18 inches wide, making it perfect for filling gaps between stepping stones, softening rock gardens, or creating a low maintenance lawn alternative. Ideal for gardeners in Zones 4 to 9, 'Elfin' combines ornamental appeal with practical garden performance. Keywords: creeping thyme plants, Thymus serpyllum Elfin, ground cover for drought tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for sunny areas with minimal foot traffic, 'Elfin' thyme thrives in borders, container edges, and hardscape crevices. Its finely textured foliage releases a pleasant scent when brushed and welcomes butterflies and bees while resisting deer and rabbits. Whether tucked between flagstones or used to define pathways, this variety's neat growth habit keeps beds tidy and weed suppressing. Try pairing it with sedums, dwarf grasses, or low growing herbs for a layered look in tight garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThymus 'Elfin' prefers full sun, well drained soil, and little intervention once established. It is both heat and cold tolerant, evergreen in many climates, and easy to maintain year round. This noninvasive, ornamental thyme offers fragrance, pollinator support, and season long structure without the need for regular mowing or edging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42601277128763,"sku":"44604","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/44604.jpg?v=1763425945"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/collections\/creeping-thyme.oembed","provider":"Park Seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}