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Thyme

Purple flowers labeled "Thymus serpyllum 'Pink Chintz'" in a garden.
A dense carpet of small purple flowers with green foliage, with a few bees visible.
A bee buzzing around dense clusters of small purple flowers.
Purple flowers labeled "Thymus serpyllum 'Pink Chintz'" in a garden.
A dense carpet of small purple flowers with green foliage, with a few bees visible.
A bee buzzing around dense clusters of small purple flowers.

Plant Information

Common name: Thyme

Scientific name: Thymus spp.

Water usage: Low

Sun exposure: Full sun

Fire resistant: Yes

Wildlife: Deer resistant

Native: No

Height: 4 to 6 inches

Spread: 4 to 6 inches

Care information

Well drained, dry to rocky soils is best. Air pollution and drought tolerant, likes small spaces