Thymus praecox

Creeping Thyme

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Compact creeping evergreen herb with aromatic grey-green foliage and small purple-pink flowers in summer. Excellent for rock gardens, culinary use, or ground cover.
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Plant Details

Common Name Creeping Thyme
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Thymus
Species Praecox
Origin Southern Europe, North Africa
Blooming Summer flowering herb with small purple-pink blossoms
Leaf Color Grey-green to deep green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, sandy or gritty soil. Low fertility preferred. pH 6.0-8.0.

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Watering

Allow soil to dry between waterings. Drought tolerant once established. Reduce in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for compact growth and scent. Indoors needs south-facing window.

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Fertilization

Minimal feeding needed. Dilute liquid fertilizer once during growing season (spring).

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Pruning

Trim after flowering to maintain shape and prevent woody stems.

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
150 – 2000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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