Thyme, Wild
Thymus serpyllum
Description: Wild Thyme is a low-growing, creeping perennial herb known for its tiny, fragrant green leaves and clusters of vibrant pink to purple flowers. Often used as a ground cover, this hardy, drought-tolerant plant thrives in rock gardens, pathways, and borders, forming a dense, aromatic carpet. With its delicate beauty and resilience, Wild Thyme is both ornamental and functional, offering culinary, medicinal, and ecological benefits.
Wildlife Benefits: Wild Thyme’s nectar-rich blooms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, making it a valuable addition to pollinator-friendly gardens.
Medicinal Benefits: Traditionally used for respiratory and digestive support, Wild Thyme has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Its leaves can be brewed into teas, infused into oils, or used fresh or dried to support immune health and overall wellness.
Native Status: Native to Europe and parts of Asia, Wild Thyme thrives in dry, rocky soils and adapts well to various climates, including Georgia’s.
Pollinator Friendliness: A magnet for bees and butterflies, Wild Thyme provides an abundant nectar source, making it a must-have in pollinator gardens and naturalized landscapes.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 2–6 inches
Spacing: 12–18 inches
Sun/Shade: Requires Full Sun
How to Grow: Wild Thyme thrives in well-drained, sandy, or rocky soil and requires minimal watering once established. It spreads easily, making it an excellent choice for ground cover or erosion control. Trim back after flowering to maintain its compact shape and encourage new growth.
Bring beauty, fragrance, and ecological value to your garden with Wild Thyme—a low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly herb that thrives in tough conditions while adding charm and function to any landscape.
Available in 2.5 inch and 4.25 inch (quart) pots.
Thymus serpyllum
Description: Wild Thyme is a low-growing, creeping perennial herb known for its tiny, fragrant green leaves and clusters of vibrant pink to purple flowers. Often used as a ground cover, this hardy, drought-tolerant plant thrives in rock gardens, pathways, and borders, forming a dense, aromatic carpet. With its delicate beauty and resilience, Wild Thyme is both ornamental and functional, offering culinary, medicinal, and ecological benefits.
Wildlife Benefits: Wild Thyme’s nectar-rich blooms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, making it a valuable addition to pollinator-friendly gardens.
Medicinal Benefits: Traditionally used for respiratory and digestive support, Wild Thyme has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Its leaves can be brewed into teas, infused into oils, or used fresh or dried to support immune health and overall wellness.
Native Status: Native to Europe and parts of Asia, Wild Thyme thrives in dry, rocky soils and adapts well to various climates, including Georgia’s.
Pollinator Friendliness: A magnet for bees and butterflies, Wild Thyme provides an abundant nectar source, making it a must-have in pollinator gardens and naturalized landscapes.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 2–6 inches
Spacing: 12–18 inches
Sun/Shade: Requires Full Sun
How to Grow: Wild Thyme thrives in well-drained, sandy, or rocky soil and requires minimal watering once established. It spreads easily, making it an excellent choice for ground cover or erosion control. Trim back after flowering to maintain its compact shape and encourage new growth.
Bring beauty, fragrance, and ecological value to your garden with Wild Thyme—a low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly herb that thrives in tough conditions while adding charm and function to any landscape.
Available in 2.5 inch and 4.25 inch (quart) pots.
Thymus serpyllum
Description: Wild Thyme is a low-growing, creeping perennial herb known for its tiny, fragrant green leaves and clusters of vibrant pink to purple flowers. Often used as a ground cover, this hardy, drought-tolerant plant thrives in rock gardens, pathways, and borders, forming a dense, aromatic carpet. With its delicate beauty and resilience, Wild Thyme is both ornamental and functional, offering culinary, medicinal, and ecological benefits.
Wildlife Benefits: Wild Thyme’s nectar-rich blooms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, making it a valuable addition to pollinator-friendly gardens.
Medicinal Benefits: Traditionally used for respiratory and digestive support, Wild Thyme has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Its leaves can be brewed into teas, infused into oils, or used fresh or dried to support immune health and overall wellness.
Native Status: Native to Europe and parts of Asia, Wild Thyme thrives in dry, rocky soils and adapts well to various climates, including Georgia’s.
Pollinator Friendliness: A magnet for bees and butterflies, Wild Thyme provides an abundant nectar source, making it a must-have in pollinator gardens and naturalized landscapes.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 2–6 inches
Spacing: 12–18 inches
Sun/Shade: Requires Full Sun
How to Grow: Wild Thyme thrives in well-drained, sandy, or rocky soil and requires minimal watering once established. It spreads easily, making it an excellent choice for ground cover or erosion control. Trim back after flowering to maintain its compact shape and encourage new growth.
Bring beauty, fragrance, and ecological value to your garden with Wild Thyme—a low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly herb that thrives in tough conditions while adding charm and function to any landscape.
Available in 2.5 inch and 4.25 inch (quart) pots.