100 Seeds Creeping Thyme Thymus serpyllum Groundcover Fragrant Low Growing Perennial

Creeping Thyme is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial that spreads into a dense, fragrant carpet of tiny rounded leaves. It is prized for its tidy habit and its ability to fill gaps between stones, along path edges, and across sunny banks with soft texture and seasonal color.

In the landscape it works well as a groundcover, border edging, or filler between pavers, where its dense growth knits together and softens hard lines. Small pinkish-purple flowers appear in summer and draw in pollinators, while the aromatic foliage releases scent when brushed or stepped on. It pairs nicely with gravel gardens, rock gardens, and container plantings.
Species: Thymus serpyllum
Variety: Creeping Thyme
Type: Perennial herb
Plant_Habit: Low-growing, mat-forming groundcover
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or gritty soil
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 4-9
Germination: 14-21 days at 65-70F
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil, do not bury deeply
Spacing: 8-12 inches
Notes: Drought tolerant once established; keep soil lightly moist until germination