Thymus 'Ruby Glow'

Also Known As

Thymus praecox 'Ruby Glow'

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, herb

size

H: 2"-6"
W: 8"-24"

planting zones

5a-10b

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Thymus 'Ruby Glow' plant details

Thymus 'Ruby Glow' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover herb with green foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thymus 'Ruby Glow'

Plant type: perennial groundcover herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus 'Ruby Glow'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Thymus praecox ‘Ruby Glow’ features six-inch long clusters of ruby-purple flowers which bloom above a low-growing carpet of deep green, aromatic foliage. Deer resistant. Prefers moist, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established. Use ‘Ruby Glow’ Creeping Thyme as filler between stepping stones, along walkways and as underplanting for shrubs. Tolerates varying amounts of foot traffic.