Thymus 'Longwood'
Also Known As
- Thymus herba-barona 'Longwood'
- Longwood Thyme
Plant type
perennial, groundcover, herb
size
- H: 3"-4"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Thymus 'Longwood' plant details
Thymus 'Longwood' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover herb with blue foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Thymus 'Longwood'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover herb
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 3 IN - 4 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
- Uses: long-blooming, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus 'Longwood'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Thymus 'Longwood' plant
How to Grow Thymus 'Longwood'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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