Thymus serpyllum – Fragrant Groundcover for Pathways and Patios
Thymus serpyllum, also known as creeping thyme, is a low-maintenance groundcover that spreads like a soft carpet between your paving stones, along garden paths, or in your flower beds. This hardy perennial grows 10-25cm tall and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. In summer, it produces a sea of tiny purple flowers that attract bees and butterflies.
Why choose creeping thyme for your home garden?
- Perfect for filling gaps between paving stones or along paths
- Fragrant leaves that can also be used in the kitchen
- Drought-tolerant and very low maintenance
- A cheerful, bee-friendly plant that comes back year after year
Bulk Pack of 48 Plants
This wholesale quantity pack includes 48 individual Thymus serpyllum plants, each in a 9cm pot. Each plant measures 10-25cm in height, ready to plant and establish quickly in your garden. The bulk pack is ideal for covering larger areas, creating a continuous groundcover effect along pathways, or filling extensive gaps between stepping stones.
Growing Conditions
Creeping thyme thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It tolerates poor, rocky, or sandy soils and is heat-tolerant, making it perfect for dry, sunny spots. Water regularly to establish, then only occasionally. Once mature, it's drought-tolerant and prefers to dry out between waterings. This evergreen perennial remains attractive year-round in mild climates.
Whether you have a large garden or a small balcony, creeping thyme fits right in. The more sun it gets, the stronger its lovely scent!
Order now and add a touch of Mediterranean charm to your outdoor space!
At a Glance
- Type: outdoor garden plant
- Pot: Ø9 cm nursery pot
- Light: full sun
- Care: easy — low maintenance, drought-tolerant
- Great for: Mother's Day gifts
- Delivery: free delivery across 25 EU countries (5–8 working days), covered by our healthy-arrival guarantee
- Sun or shade
- Full sun
- Height
- up to 10 cm
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 m
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Flowers
- Summer
- Fragrance
- Foliage
- Time to maturity
- 5-10 years
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Chalky
- Soil pH
- Neutral to alkaline
- Moisture
- Dry to moist
- Drought resistance
- Yes
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- Aspect
- South, West
- Hardiness (RHS)
- H5 (to about -10 °C)
Sources: RHS Plant Finder; PFAF
Ranges come from the RHS Plant Finder and PFAF. They show what each plant tolerates; local conditions vary.
Free delivery, always — on every order across the EU 🌿
Typical Delivery Times
All 25 EU countries — 5–8 working days
Delivery times are estimates and may vary based on local conditions.
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