Creeping Thyme ‘Red’ is an evergreen groundcover that blooms red flower clusters in summer. Use as a groundcover on slopes or between stepping stones and pavers. Full sun, moderate water, deer resistant, attracts butterflies. Grows well in Auburn, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville and Sacramento.
- Landscape Size: 1″-2″ tall, 1′-2′ wide
- Light Requirement: Full Sun or Morning Sun/Afternoon Shade
- Water Needs: Moderate
- USDA Zone: 4a
- Growth Habit: Compact, Trailing
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Attributes: Fragrant Foliage, Deer Resistant, Attracts Butterflies
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods.
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices(Opens in a new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices(Opens in a new window)
Green Thumb Guide
Tolerant of most soil types. Cut back foliage in early spring. Feed with an all purpose plant food. As ground cover, space plants 6″-12″ apart. Tolerant of light foot traffic.
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