Thymus praecox arcticus

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Information by:         Photographer: Linda Engstrom

 

Description

This small, mat-growing perennial will grow about 3" tall and up to 3' wide. It has round, dark green leaves and purple flowers that bloom in summer. It tolerates light foot traffic. Leaves can be used in seasoning and potpourris.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial, Herb

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

Purple

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.