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Elfin Thyme
Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin'
SKU #06573
Spectacular ornamental herb with purple blooms and tiny evergreen leaves. Great for filling between stepping stones as it will tolerate light foot traffic and dry conditions. Works well in mixed beds or in pots when allowed to trail over the edges. Showy flowers and aromatic foliage.
LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Slow grower to 1 to 2 in. tall, 4 to 8 in. wide.
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Container, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to very lean, neutral to alkaline soils. As a groundcover, space 6 to 12 in. apart; closer for faster fill. Trim lightly, just after flowering. In early spring, shear old foliage to one-half inch. Feed with an all-purpose fertilizer. |
Details
| Bloom Time | Summer |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container, Ground Cover |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to very lean, neutral to alkaline soils. As a groundcover, space 6 to 12 in. apart; closer for faster fill. Trim lightly, just after flowering. In early spring, shear old foliage to one-half inch. Feed with an all-purpose fertilizer. |
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.