Thymus praecox is a creeping perennial which is used as a ground cover. Numerous somewhat woody stems form a flat mat with tiny, rounded, fuzzy, blue-green leaves. Clusters of tiny, tubular rose-purple flowers appear in summer. The flowers are attractive to bees. This variety of Thyme does not have much culinary value.
- Height: 10-15 cm (4-6 in)
- Spread: 41-46 cm (16-18 in)
- Cold Hardiness: Zone 4-9
- Sun or Shade: minimum 4 hours of full sun
- Bloom Time: mid summer
- Leaf Colour: green
- Bloom Colour: rose purple
- Critter Resistance: deer and rabbits
- Nature Attraction: bees
Growing and Maintenance Tips
Creeping Thyme is easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soils in full sun. It tolerates drought and poor soils of somewhat low fertility. Loose, sandy or rocky soils with excellent drainage are best. It dislikes moist to wet soils where it tends to rot. Cut back stems as necessary to maintain plant appearance. Thyme is evergreen where snow cover is good.
Bloomfest Garden Art Show
Mark your calendar for July 20-28. We will be open every day during that time. Our Bloomfest Garden Show is happening and our daylily field will be in full bloom. This year we will be displaying the work of 23 artists throughout the gardens and daylily field. It is easy to visualize how a piece of art might look in your own garden when you see it in displayed in a garden here.
Suzanne and Bruce and the Whitehouse Team
July Art Show
Coming Soon Details on our exciting Garden Art Show
The purpose of our Garden Art Show is to merge the beauty of art with the tranquility and aesthetics of a garden, creating a unique and immersive experience for visitors.
You don't want to miss these pieces that harmonize with the surroundings and evoke a sense of connection to nature.
Check Back in May for dates and times.
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