Thyme - Creeping

Thyme – Creeping (Perennial)

A low-growing, aromatic evergreen that forms a lush carpet of mid-green foliage, dotted with tiny summer flowers. Perfect for edging paths, spilling over rockeries, or in sunny patio pots, this variety releases its delightful scent when brushed past. While it can be used in cooking, it truly shines as a fragrant, pollinator-friendly ground cover for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.

Planting

• Location: Plant in beds or containers in well-drained soil or compost.

• Sunlight: Full sun is ideal for dense, aromatic growth.

• Space: Allow 15–30cm for spreading.

Care

• Watering: Keep well watered until established; afterwards, only water when soil feels dry.

• Maintenance: Trim lightly if needed to maintain a neat appearance.

• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil to avoid root rot.

Height & Spread
5 – 10cm × 15 – 30cm

Harvesting

• Method: Pinch off leaves gently with fingertips.

• Timing: Best harvested in the morning when essential oils are most fragrant.

• Frequency: Regular harvesting isn’t required but helps maintain a tidy look.

Top Tips

• Garden Use: Ideal for pathways, rockeries, or as aromatic edging.

• Pollinator Friendly: Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.

• Culinary Uses: Can be used sparingly in cooking, but mainly grown for garden beauty and fragrance.