Thyme. A spreading subshrub with strongly aromatic, mid-green leaves. Pink to purple flowers in late spring and early summer. Max Height 15cm to 20cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Thymus pulegioides
A spreading subshrub with strongly aromatic, mid-green leaves. Pink to purple flowers in late spring and early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Thymus |
|---|---|
| Species | pulegioides |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Thyme |
| Flower Colour | pink, purple |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 15cm, 20cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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