300 Creeping Thyme Seeds, Thymus Serpyllum, Ground Cover Perennial Herb, Pink Purple Blooms, Drought Tolerant

Creeping thyme is a low-growing perennial herb that forms a dense, fragrant mat of tiny leaves. In early summer, it becomes covered with masses of small pink and purple flowers, attracting bees and butterflies. This hardy ground cover is a classic choice for rock gardens, borders, and between paving stones, adding both texture and color to sunny spaces.
Creeping thyme is ideal for ornamental uses, including as a living mulch or a lawn substitute in areas where foot traffic is light. Its aromatic foliage releases a pleasant scent when stepped on, and it performs well in dry, poor soil once established. This versatile herb can also be used fresh or dried in culinary applications, lending a subtle earthy flavor to dishes.
Species: Thymus serpyllum
Variety: Common Creeping Thyme
Type: Perennial Herb
Plant_Habit: Low-growing, spreading ground cover
Sun: Full sun to light shade
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy; tolerates poor, alkaline soil
Zones: Hardy in zones 4-9
Germination: Surface sow; needs light to germinate; keep evenly moist; germination in 14-21 days
Sowing: Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost, or direct sow in spring; do not cover seeds
Spacing: Space plants 12-18 inches apart
Notes: Drought tolerant once established; attractive to pollinators; can be used between stepping stones or as a lawn alternative