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Elfin Creeping Thyme

Thymus Praecox Arcticus 'Elfin'

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Overview

Elfin Creeping Thyme, Thymus praecox arcticus 'Elfin', is a delicate evergreen perennial with fragrant, tiny green leaves. It forms a dense, low-growing (1-2 inches tall) mat up to 12 inches wide, perfect for filling gaps in pavers or rock gardens. It blossoms with soft purple flowers in early summer, thrives in full sun, and requires well-drained soil. Hardy in zones 4-8, it's drought-resistant once established, highlighting its fuss-free nature.

Sun FullWater Low, Medium, Very LowZones 2–10Type Herb, PerennialClimate Temperate
Elfin Creeping Thyme (Thymus Praecox Arcticus 'Elfin') — is a delicate evergreen perennial with fragrant

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium, Very Low
USDA zones
2–10

Shape & size

Mature height
3–6 Inches

Classification

Type
Herb, Perennial
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Elfin Creeping Thyme (Thymus Praecox Arcticus 'Elfin') — is a delicate evergreen perennial with fragrant

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