Thymus serpyllum 'Russetings'
Also Known As
- Creeping Thyme
- Wild Thyme
Plant type
perennial, groundcover, herb
size
- H: 2"
- W: 12"-36"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Thymus serpyllum 'Russetings' plant details
Thymus serpyllum 'Russetings' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover herb with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Thymus serpyllum 'Russetings'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover herb
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: fragrant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus serpyllum 'Russetings'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Thymus serpyllum 'Russetings' plant
How to Grow Thymus serpyllum 'Russetings'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - low
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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