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Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin' (10) ct Flat
Common names: Elfin Thyme, dwarf thyme, creeping thyme
- Height: 1-2 Inches
- Spread: 12-18 Inches
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Full Sun to Part Shade
- Evergreen ornamental herb
- Tolerates light foot traffic
- Cascades Over Walls
Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin', commonly known as Elfin thyme, is a dwarf variety of creeping thyme that is native to Europe and Asia. It is a member of the mint family (Lamiaceae) and is closely related to the common thyme. The name "Elfin" refers to the plant's small size.
Elfin thyme grows to a height of only 1-2 inches and spreads to a width of 12-18 inches. An evergreen herb, leaves are small and gray-green in color. The flowers are small and purple-pink and appear in summer.
Elfin thyme prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Once established Elfin is drought-tolerant and does not require much care. Performs best with average water and well-drained soil - even rocky, sandy, poor soil. Will cascade over walls and grow well between stones.
Easy to grow and tolerate foot traffic for Elfin thyme is a popular choice for groundcover, in borders, rock gardens and between steppingstones.
- Water regularly during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize once a year in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Pinch back the flowers to encourage growth.
- Divide every 3-4 years to keep the plant healthy.
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Ten (10) plants in 4.5-inch containers per flat (or tray).
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Elfin Thyme
I looked for elfin thyme in my area and no nurseries near me carried it. I was hesitant to order plants online ,assuming they would die before arriving. I have been pleasantly surprised. I had ordered smaller plants, but when they were out of stock, Blooming Designs upgraded to bigger plants at the same price. Talk about customer service ! The plants arrived in perfect condition, packed well with strong boxes, with a few holes for ventilation and pots were secured in plastic forms to prevent movement while shipping. There was an elasticized cover (made of the same kind of material used in caps used by medical personnel) placed in each box around the top of the pots to keep the plants from falling out of the pots during transport. I will never worry about ordering plants again if I order from Blooming Designs….. and my delivery came all the way from Georgia to Texas. Thank you Blooming Designs!