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Thymus serpyllum 'Snowdrift'

Also Known As

  • Thymus serpyllum 'Snow Drift'

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, herb

size

  • H: 1"-2"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 5a-10b

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Thymus serpyllum 'Snowdrift' plant details

Thymus serpyllum 'Snowdrift' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover herb with green foliage. In summer white 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 and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thymus serpyllum 'Snowdrift'

Plant type: perennial groundcover herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 1 IN - 2 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus serpyllum 'Snowdrift'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Thymus serpyllum ‘Snow Drift’ features delicate, white flowers blooming above a mat of tiny, green foliage. Deer resistant. Creeping Thyme Prefers moist, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established. Use Elfin Thyme as a filler between stepping stones, along walkways and as underplanting for shrubs. Tolerates varying amounts of foot traffic.

Gardening facts about Thymus serpyllum 'Snowdrift' plant

How to Grow Thymus serpyllum 'Snowdrift'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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