Thymus praecox ‘Coccineus’

Creeping Thyme

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.515.150

There are a great many selections of Thyme grown in gardens, all of them with some degree of spicy fragrance. This flat-growing Thyme features fragrant dark green leaves, smothered by bright magenta-red flowers in early summer. A strong grower, ideal as a drought-tolerant lawn substitute or for planting between flagstones, tolerating moderate traffic. Creeping Thyme is easily divided in spring or early fall, and even small pieces will take root and grow. Attractive to butterflies. Evergreen.

Further details for
Thymus praecox ‘Coccineus’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Dry

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Red

Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer

Foliage Color
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Fragrant
  Ground Cover
  Massed

Flower Head Size
Very Small

Height
2-5 cm
1-2 inches

Spread
30-45 cm
12-18 inches

Foot Traffic
Moderate

Growth Rate
Medium