Thyme

Thyme

Thymus praecox 'Elfin'

This spreading perennial bears fragrant pink flowers in spring summer.

  • Pink flowers are produced in spring summer, providing colour through the bloom season.
  • Spreading clump, reaching 5 cm at maturity; divide every three to four years to maintain vigour.
  • Best in full sun with average, dry, well-drained soil.
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Plant Characteristics

Sunlight
Full sun
Soil Moisture
Well-drained, Dry, Average
Drought Tolerant
✓
Hardiness Zone
3 – 3
Mature Height (meters)
0.02 – 0.05
Mature Spread (meters)
0.15 – 0.2
Growth Rate
Slow
Flower Colour
Pink
Foliage Colour
Green
Bloom Time
SpringSummer
Habit
Spreading
Deer Resistant
✓
Rabbit Resistant
✓
Pollinator Friendly
✓
Fragrant
✓
Landscape Uses
Border, Rock garden
Growing & Maintenance Tips
Grows best in a well-drained, average to dry soil, in full sun. Winter wetness may cause root rot and this is often confused with its hardiness. Drought tolerant, once established. Low maintenance perennial that requires no pruning throughout the year.

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