creeping thyme - wooly thyme
Thymus polytrichus A. Kern. ex Borbás subsp. britannicus (Ronniger) Kerguélen.)
Tiny, pale pink flowers appear in summer amongst small, grey, woolly foliage. This is one of the woolliest thymes available and as its low growing is ideal as an unusual ground cover. Unfortunately Thymus pseudolanuginosus is not suitable as a culinary thyme, but the flowers are highly attractive to bees and other beneficial pollinating insects.
How to care for Thymus pseudolanuginosus:
Thyme thrives in full sun and well-drained neutral to alkaline soil, making it ideal for rock gardens, pathways, or as ground cover. When planting, space the plants about 20-30cm (8-12in) apart to allow them to spread unhindered. It prefers poor to moderately fertile soil, so avoid enriching the planting hole with too much compost or fertiliser.
Water regularly until the plants are established, but once settled, they become more drought-tolerant and require less irrigation. Trim back lightly after flowering to maintain a neat appearance and to encourage dense growth. If the plant becomes woody, prune more severely in early spring to rejuvenate the plant.
Ensure good air circulation around the plants to prevent fungal issues, and avoid overwatering, especially in winter.
Water regularly until the plants are established, but once settled, they become more drought-tolerant and require less irrigation. Trim back lightly after flowering to maintain a neat appearance and to encourage dense growth. If the plant becomes woody, prune more severely in early spring to rejuvenate the plant.
Ensure good air circulation around the plants to prevent fungal issues, and avoid overwatering, especially in winter.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.1m
Eventual spread:
0.25m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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