Description
Botanical Name
Thymus serpyllum ‘Coccineus’
History & Uses
Creeping Red Thyme is a low-growing, ornamental herb native to Europe and widely grown for its aromatic foliage and vibrant magenta-red blooms. Though less commonly used for culinary purposes than other thyme varieties, it still offers a mild herbal scent and is sometimes used to infuse oils or teas. Its primary appeal lies in its spreading ground cover habit, ability to thrive in poor soils, and its attractiveness to bees and butterflies.
Key Benefits
- Striking red-purple flowers in summer
- Excellent ground cover or pathway filler
- Drought-tolerant once established
- Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects
Plant Care
- Eventual Height: 5–10 cm
- Type: Hardy perennial
- Aspect: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-draining, sandy or gritty soil
- Flower Colour: Deep pink to magenta-red
- Flowering Period: June to August
Summary
Creeping Red Thyme is a beautiful and hardy ground cover that carpets sunny areas with rich green foliage and vivid red-pink blooms. Perfect for rockeries, paths, and pollinator-friendly spaces, it adds colour, texture, and a soft herbal fragrance to the garden.
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