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Thymus quinquecostatus 'Ibukiensis'

Also Known As

  • Ibukiensis Desert Thyme
  • Ibukiensis Five-ribbed Thyme

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, herb

size

  • H: 2"-4"
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Thymus quinquecostatus 'Ibukiensis' plant details

Thymus quinquecostatus 'Ibukiensis' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover herb with green foliage. In summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. 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, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thymus quinquecostatus 'Ibukiensis'

Plant type: perennial groundcover herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus quinquecostatus 'Ibukiensis'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Choice low mat former with abundant large pink flowers from Japan; one of the showiest thyme in terms of floral display, I've seen some of Jim Briggs pictures from Japan, its fantastic. ZONE 5

Gardening facts about Thymus quinquecostatus 'Ibukiensis' plant

How to Grow Thymus quinquecostatus 'Ibukiensis'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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