Thyme ‘Elfin’ has green aromatic foliage and produces tiny lavender flowers that attract butterflies in summer. Used as container plant, ground cover and between pavers. Grows well in Auburn, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville and Sacramento. Deer resistant.
- Landscape Size: 2″ tall, 4″-8″ wide
- Light Requirement: Full Sun
- Water Needs: Low
- USDA Zone: 4a
- Growth Habit: Compact, Trailing
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Attributes: Fragrant Foliage, Deer Resistant, Attracts Butterflies, Evergreen
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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