Thymus praecox 'Pseudolanuginosus' - Creeping Woolly Thyme

🌿 Features

Type: Herbaceous perennial plant
Common name: Woolly Creeping Thyme
Scientific name: Thymus praecox 'Pseudolanuginosus'
Color: Pale pink to mauve flowers, fuzzy and aromatic gray-green foliage
Mature height: 0.05–0.10 m
Mature width: 0.30–0.50 m
Habit: Very low-growing and creeping, flowers in delicate small spikes
Flowering period: June to September
Exposure: Full sun
Watering needs: Very low, extremely drought tolerant
Soil type: Well-drained, light, tolerates poor and rocky soils
Hardiness zone: Zone 4 to 9
Drought tolerance: Exceptional, ideal for xeriscaping and rock gardens
Nectar-rich plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic
Culinary use: Aromatic foliage, mild herbaceous flavor with slightly spicy notes

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✂️ Care

Thymus praecox 'Pseudolanuginosus' is an ultra-hardy and low-maintenance perennial, perfect for gardeners seeking an ornamental and culinary groundcover with minimal effort. Its persistent gray-green foliage and pale pink flowers create a blooming carpet all summer long.

Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a dense and thick shape. Water moderately when planting; once established, the plant thrives with very little water and prefers dry, well-drained conditions.

Divide every three to four years in spring to rejuvenate clumps and ensure optimal vigor. Harvest leaves as needed for cooking, drying, or infusions.