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Thymus serpyllum 'Purple Carpet'

Purple Carpet Creeping Thyme

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

This perennial will grow about 3" tall and 3' wide. It has small, dark green leaves with clusters of purple lavender flowers that bloom in spring and summer. Leaves are fragrant when crushed and can be used for seasoning.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

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