Thymus coccineus – creeping thyme

Description

Thymus coccineus loves well drained soils in full sun. The evergreen, aromatic foliage forms dense, low growing mats. It is tolerant of occasional crushing making it ideal for growing amongst paving or at the edges of paths where it will release thyme fragrance when stepped on.

For best results it prefers well drained alkaline to neutral soils though it is fairly tolerant of most conditions. It is perfectly suited for planting in Mediterranean gardens, rockeries, kitchen gardens, cottage gardens and planters. The leaves and flowers add a lovely flavour to many dishes dishes.

A hardy plant which should survive normal winter conditions outside, especially with protection from the hardest frosts. If grown in pots it is recommended to place in a sheltered position for the winter.

More Details:

Family: Lamiaceae  
Syn: Thymus praecox ‘Coccineus’, Thymus praecox subsp. arcticus, Thymus minimus
Common Name: Creeping thyme
Native: Mediterranean
Height x Spread: 20cm x 45cm (8″ x 18″)
Soil Type:  Well Drained
Soil pH: Alkaline, Neutral
Aspect: Sunny
UK Hardiness: Hardy
Flowering Time: May, June, July, August, September
Flower Colour: Dark Pink to Magenta
Foliage Colour: Green
Pests & Diseases: Generally pest & disease free
Awards: RHS Plants for Pollinators