Thymus Coccineus Group (Red Creeping Thyme)
Thymus Coccineus Group (Creeping Thyme) includes dwarf, aromatic sub-shrubs forming a showy carpet of tiny, glossy, blue-green leaves. Blooming profusely in early to mid-summer, it features clusters of small, deep pink, tubular flowers. Rich in nectar, they attract butterflies. Although the leaves are aromatic, they are rarely used in cooking. A lovely ground cover for small areas.
Thymus Coccineus Group, also known as Red creeping thyme, is a beautiful, low-growing, aromatic sub-shrubs that is known for its fragrant foliage, attractive flowers, and versatility in the garden.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 5 – 9 |
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| Heat Zones | 1 – 9 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Thymus – Thyme |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late)Summer (Early,Mid) |
| Height | 2" – 3" (5cm – 7cm) |
| Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |