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