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The tiny flowers are held very close to the ground. It can be propagated by division however, as a cultivated variety, be aware that it may be subject to certain restrictions or prohibitions on propagation. Elfin Thyme flowers are the typical lilac color of most thymes. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America. Consider covering it with a thick layer of mulch in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. It is not particular as to soil type or pH.

It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for a low-water garden or xeriscape application. It prefers to grow in average to dry locations, and dislikes excessive moisture.

#ELFIN THYME FULL#

This plant should only be grown in full sunlight. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 10 years. With tiny round leaves that come in gray-green shades, the elfin thyme puts on a show with lavender flowers that bloom in the early summer. Its foliage tends to remain low and dense right to the ground. A woody creeping perennial, the elfin thyme plant (Thymus serpyllum) is an aromatic shrub that grows close to the ground and covers the area like a fragrant and thick cushion. Its foliage tends to remain low and dense right to the ground. When grown in masses or used as a bedding plant, individual plants should be spaced approximately 16 inches apart. When grown in masses or used as a bedding plant, individual plants should be spaced approximately 16 inches apart. Elfin Creeping Thyme will grow to be only 2 inches tall at maturity extending to 3 inches tall with the flowers, with a spread of 18 inches. Rock/Alpine Gardens, Border Edging, General Garden Use, Groundcover, Herb GardensĮlfin Creeping Thyme will grow to be only 2 inches tall at maturity extending to 3 inches tall with the flowers, with a spread of 18 inches. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration Įlfin Creeping Thyme is recommended for the following landscape applications Deer don't particularly care for this plant and will usually leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. This plant will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and is best cleaned up in early spring before it resumes active growth for the season. It brings an extremely fine and delicate texture to the garden composition and should be used to full effect. Landscape AttributesĮlfin Creeping Thyme is a dense herbaceous evergreen perennial with a ground-hugging habit of growth. The fruit is not ornamentally significant.

Its attractive tiny fragrant round leaves remain grayish green in color throughout the year.

Elfin Creeping Thyme is smothered in stunning lavender flowers at the ends of the stems from early to mid summer.

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