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Thymus serpyllum 'Doretta Klaber'

Also Known As

  • Doretta Klaber Thyme

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, herb

size

  • H: 2"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Snugly weaving one of the tightest growing forms in the genus, minute fuzzy green leaves define each textural ground-hugging hummock that celebrates deep lavender pink summertime flowers and cold weather mahogany shades. This choice, easily maintained dwarf thyme brings refined looking ground-level greenery to a trough, stone wall or staircase.

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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