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Thymus pulegioides 'Foxley'

Also Known As

  • Foxley Thyme

Plant type

shrub, groundcover, herb

size

  • H: 4"-8"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Thymus pulegioides 'Foxley' plant details

Thymus pulegioides 'Foxley' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover herb or shrub with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thymus pulegioides 'Foxley'

Plant type: groundcover herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, fragrant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus pulegioides 'Foxley'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful AND edible, a 4-8” tall carpet of rounded leaves variegated with cream, new growth often tinged with rose; plants spread 18-24”; attracts bees, butterflies; drought tolerant, deer and gopher resistant; enjoys the beach. Beautiful in the border, spilling from pots and in rock gardens, herberies. Full sun, well-drained soil.

Gardening facts about Thymus pulegioides 'Foxley' plant

How to Grow Thymus pulegioides 'Foxley'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • pink
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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