Thyme. A mat-forming alpine with creeping stems, narrow green leaves. Whorls of white flowers from late spring to mid-summer. Max Height 3cm. Max Spread 25cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Thymus serpyllum var. albus
A mat-forming alpine with creeping stems, narrow green leaves. Whorls of white flowers from late spring to mid-summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Thymus |
|---|---|
| Species | serpyllum |
| Varietry | var. albus |
| Common Name | Thyme |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 3cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 25cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| 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 | |
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