Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin'

Creeping Thyme

Incredibly low-growing thyme. Dark pinkish-purple flower over evergreen foliage. Drought tolerant

  • Height: 1" – 3"
  • Width: 8" – 12"
  • Soil Conditions: Dry
  • Flower Color: Pink
  • Bloom Time: May, June
  • Hardiness Zone: 2 To 9
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  • Plant Characteristics

  • Attributes

    • Container
    • Drought Tolerant
    • Salt Tolerant
    • Green Roof Semi Intensive
    • Fragrant Flower
    • Fairy Garden
    • Made for Walking
  • Attracts Wildlife

    • Attracts Butterflies
  • Critter Resistance

    • Deer Resistant
    • Rabbit Resistant
  • Plant Habit

    • Spreading
  • Light Conditions

    • Sun
  • Flower Color

    • Pink
  • Flower Hue

    • Dark
  • Flower Type

    • Solitary
  • Flower Height

    • 3" to 6"
  • Foliage Color

    • Silver
  • Leaf Texture

    • Fine
  • Flower Form

    • Single
  • Flower Size

    • 1/4" or Less
  • Soil Moisture

    • Dry
  • Prune Time

    • After Blooming
  • Growth Rate

    • Slow
  • Origin

    • Europe