Thymus quinquecostatus
Also Known As
- Asian Thyme
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 4"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Thymus quinquecostatus plant details
Thymus quinquecostatus is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer pink 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 quinquecostatus
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus quinquecostatus
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Thymus quinquecostatus plant
How to Grow Thymus quinquecostatus
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
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - low
- dry in summer
aka Creeping Thyme
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Herb
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 3"-6"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun
- drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Herb
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-6"
Width: 1'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Thymus fragrantissimus, Orange Scented Thyme, Orange Thyme
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Herb
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 10"-16"
- sun
- regular - low
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Herb
Zones
4a-11
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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