Elfin Thyme Seeds - Herbal Plant

Elfin Thyme is a very low growing perennial herb known for its dense compact mat forming habit and fine textured foliage. It forms tight cushions of small aromatic leaves, making it suitable for rock gardens, pathways, borders, and container planting. This variety adapts well to warm and dry climates and performs best in full sunlight with well drained soil. It is commonly used for ground coverage in small spaces and tolerates dry conditions once established.

Features

• Very low growing compact mat forming habit
• Suitable for rock gardens pathways and container planting
• Adaptable to warm and dry climates
• Performs best in full sunlight conditions
• Tolerates dry conditions once established

Specifications

• Scientific name: Thymus serpyllum
• Common name (US): Thyme
• Seed type / variety: Elfin
• Growth habit: Perennial low growing mat forming herb
• USDA zones: 5 to 9
• Planting season: Spring
• Growing season: Spring to summer
• Sowing Season: Spring March to May
• Germination time and conditions: 14 to 28 days in warm well drained conditions 18 to 24 C
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun
• Soil requirements: Well drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering needs: Low to moderate allow soil to dry between watering
• Mature plant size: 2 to 5 cm height 20 to 30 cm spread
• Plant spacing: 15 to 20 cm apart