Woolly Thyme

Plant Overview

Woolly Thyme is a charming, low-growing ground cover that creates a soft, carpet-like appearance in gardens and landscapes. Its tiny, fuzzy, gray-green leaves form dense mats that release a delightful aromatic scent when stepped on. During summer months, small pink-purple flowers emerge, attracting pollinators and adding splashes of color to your garden space.

Plant Information

• Latin Name: Thymus pseudolanuginosus
• Common Name: Woolly Thyme
• Watering Requirements: Low to moderate
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Conditions: Well-draining, sandy or rocky soil
• Mature Plant Height: 1-2 inches
• Mature Plant Width: 12-18 inches

Plant Care

Woolly Thyme is an exceptionally low-maintenance plant that thrives in various conditions. Once established, it requires minimal watering and can tolerate drought conditions. Trim back any dead growth in early spring to promote healthy new growth. This plant is deer resistant and rarely troubled by pests or diseases, making it an excellent choice for busy gardeners.

Regular foot traffic actually helps compress the plant and encourage dense growth, making it perfect for pathways and between stepping stones. While the plant doesnt require fertilization, a light application of balanced fertilizer in spring can promote stronger growth.

Planting Instructions

Plant Woolly Thyme in spring or early fall for best results. Space plants 12-18 inches apart to allow for spread. Prepare the planting area by ensuring good drainage and removing any weeds. Dig holes slightly larger than the root ball and plant at the same depth as the container.

Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture until established. Apply a thin layer of mulch around plants, being careful not to cover the crown. In colder regions, provide winter protection with a light layer of evergreen boughs.

For optimal growth, plant in areas where it will receive at least 6 hours of sunlight daily. While it can tolerate partial shade, full sun produces the best flowering and most compact growth habit.

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