Woolly Thyme
Thymus pseudolanuginosus
Description | A durable herb with aromatic leaves, perfect for filling between stepping stones or as a waterwise groundcover. Creates a low, lush mat of soft green foliage. Works nicely tucked into a container, allowed to trail over the edge. The small, showy, pink flowers attract butterflies. An herbaceous perennial. |
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Light | Full sun |
Watering | Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry. |
Blooms | Summer |
Mature Size | Slow growing; reaches only 3 in. tall, spreading 12 in. wide. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
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Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care |
Growth Rate | Slow |
Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
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Flower Color | Pink |
Foliage Color | Green |
Care | Thrives in average to very lean, neutral to alkaline soils. As a groundcover, space 6 to 12 in. apart; closer for faster fill; control weeds until plants have filled in. Trim lightly, just after flowering. In early spring, prune back old foliage to one-half inch. Feed with an all-purpose fertilizer. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-8

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