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Thymus serpylloum 'Elfin'/Elfin Thyme
Growing over the edge of a container
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Growing over the edge of a container
Specimen container plant
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Scientific Name:
Thymus serpylloum 'Elfin'
Common Name:
Elfin Thyme
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
4, 5, 6, 7, 8
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Height:
Under 1 foot
Spread:
to 1 foot
Fruit present:
Spring, Summer
Fruit color:
Purple
Light Exposure:
Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Dry
Rate of Growth:
Slow
Water Requirement:
Low
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments:
This is an excellent ground covering thyme. Provide full sunlight and a well-drained soil. Produces purple flowers in summer. Good choice for raised beds so that the foliage can cascade over the sides of the bed.