Thymus coccineus #1

Thymus coccineus

Thymus coccineus #1

Red Creeping Thyme
Creeping red thyme, tiny pinkish-red flowers, fragrant mat-forming herb
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A low growing perennial groundcover with magenta-red blooms in summer. Tolerates poor, dry soil in full sun. Good for planting in stone walls and among paving stones. Attractive to butterflies and bees. 2-4"

Botanical Name- Thymus coccineus
Pronunciation- TY-muss kok-SIN-ee-us
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Average, well drained
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- Magenta red
Bloom Time- Early to mid summer
Companion Plants- Sedum 'Blue Spruce' (ground-hugging tapestry in full sun)
Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, hoverflies
Plant Habit- Perennial
  • Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP24
Yearly Care Instructions- Shear after flowering to encourage new growth; prefers well-drained soil and light watering.
Trimming Instructions- Trim back after flowering to maintain a compact shape.
Fertilization Instructions- Feed lightly with a low-nitrogen fertilizer (e.g., 5-10-10) in spring; low feeding need. Too much fertilizer in clay leads to reduced flavor and sprawl.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Garden-tone
Possible Issues- Rust, root rot

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