Thymus serpyllum 'var. coccineus'

Breckland Thyme

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Common Name:

Breckland Thyme

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

20 cm

Maximum width:

35 cm

Breckland Thyme (Thymus serpyllum 'var. coccineus') - Description

Thymus serpyllum var. coccineus has lovely scented foliage that creates a low growing mat that is covered with hundreds of rosy-red flowers in summer. Ideal for planting between rocks or along a pathway.Creeping Thyme as it is commonly known is sometimes still known as Thymus praecox 'Coccineus'.

Breckland Thyme (Thymus serpyllum 'var. coccineus') - Blooming

Flowers are small and white that are clumped in whorls. Attracts bees.

Breckland Thyme (Thymus serpyllum 'var. coccineus') - Growth

Thyme, like many members of the Mint family, does well with full sun but could use partial shade in the hottest of climates.

Breckland Thyme (Thymus serpyllum 'var. coccineus') - Planting

Easily propagated from stem cuttings or divisions. Cuttings should be taken in early summer. Sow seeds in spring, but provide cold protection if frost is still a threat. Or start seedlings indoors.

Breckland Thyme (Thymus serpyllum 'var. coccineus') - Pest

Susceptible to Botrytis.

Breckland Thyme (Thymus serpyllum 'var. coccineus') - Interesting facts

Edible parts are the leaves and flowers.

Breckland Thyme (Thymus serpyllum 'var. coccineus') - Soil and irrigation

Soil should be light and well-draining. Soil pH should be neutral to slightly alkaline.