Thymus Serpyllum Seeds - Flower Plant

Thymus serpyllum, commonly known as Wild Thyme, is a low-growing, spreading perennial herb valued for its dense, mat-forming growth and adaptability. It performs well in warm to mild climates and thrives in well-drained, sandy to moderately fertile soil. This plant is suitable for ground cover, rock gardens, borders, and container cultivation, where it forms a compact carpet under suitable conditions. It grows best in full sun and establishes gradually with minimal maintenance once established.

Features

• Low-growing and creeping ground cover habit
• Dense, mat-forming perennial growth
• Suitable for rock gardens, borders, and containers
• Performs well in full sun conditions
• Low maintenance once established

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Thymus serpyllum
• Common Name (US): Wild Thyme
• Seed Type / Variety: Serpyllum Variety
• Growth Habit: Low-growing perennial
• USDA Zones: 4 to 9
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Warm to mild season
• Sowing Season: March to May
• Sowing Season With Months: March, April, May
• Germination Time And Conditions: 14 to 21 days at 18 to 22 degrees Celsius in well-drained soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy to moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate, drought tolerant once established
• Mature Plant Size: 5 to 15 cm height, spread 30 to 60 cm
• Plant Spacing: 20 to 30 cm between plants