![]() In the South, plants may "mug off" in the summer heat and humidity. Maintenance & pruning: Shear back spent flowers. Prune away winter-killed stems in spring. Winterizing: Cover the plants with lightweight mulch to protect the plants over the winter. Once established, it tolerates dry conditions.įertilizing: If desired, feed plants lightly in spring with fish fertilizer or any liquid plant food. Water: Keep soil moist but not wet as plants establish. Light: Sun (> 6 hours sun) is needed for best foliage and bloom. How To Grow Soil: Grows well in well-draining soils. Uses: Alpine, container gardening, cottage gardening, edging, ground cover, naturalizing, rock garden, small spaces, underplanting With red creeping thyme, creating a pop of color on sunny slopes and pathways has never been easier.īuying landscape plugs? Here is how much area they will cover:Ħ" spacing of 32 landscape plugs covers 6 sq feetġ2" spacing covers 16 sq feet Details Botanical name: Thymus praecox 'Coccineus'įeatures: Space savers, rabbit & deer resistant, heat tolerant, drought tolerant, cold tolerant Try planting it along pathways or as a lawn substitute for small spaces. The only requirement this deer-resistant and hardy ground cover has is a sunny spot with good drainage. Keep your garden low maintenance with red creeping thyme! It grows densely, crowding out unwanted weeds as it spreads. ![]() ![]() The flowers are rich in nectar and are a magnet for butterflies. Hundreds of saturated pink and red flowers add even more fragrance as they bloom in early summer. More Information Description Red creeping thyme ( Thymus praecox) quickly spreads to form a lush carpet of small leaves and vibrant blooms! Soft green foliage is aromatic when touched or crushed.
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