Thymus serpyllum 'Pink Chintz'

CREEPING THYME
Family: Lamiaceae
Pronounced: TY-mus ser-PIL-lum

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GROWING GUIDE

Geographic Origin:
Garden.
Plant Group:
Subshrub, Herbs.
Hardiness:
Sunset zones: All.
USDA zones: 4-8.
Mature size:
Height: 1/2 - 3 inches (3-8 cm).
Width: 24 inches (30 cm).
Flowering period:
Summer.
Flowering attributes:
Whorls of light pink flowers.
Leaf attributes:
Hairy, trailing, gray-green fragrant leaves.
Growth habit:
Trailing.
Light:
Full sun.
Soil:
Well-drained, neutral soil.
Feeding:
None needed.
Propagation Methods:
Divide in spring.
Semi ripe cuttings in summer.
Pruning Methods:
Prune hard in spring and lightly after flowering.

I grow this on top of a stones wall where it creeps between the rock. This will do well in light traffic areas and between stepping stones. 'Pink Chintz' was discovered on the grounds of the RHS's garden in Wisley, England.

Photographed in author's garden.