Botanical Name: Thymus praecox arcticus 'Purple Carpet' | |
Common Name: Purple Carpet Creeping Thyme |
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial, Herb
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Lavender, Purple
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Walkways
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting, Lawn Alternative, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies