CREEPING THYME Purple Groundcover PERENNIAL HERB Fragrant Summer Blooms Non-GMO 300 Seeds 

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

• Thymus serpyllum
• Popular perennial groundcover
• Open pollinated, fragrant Summer bloomer
• Thrives in full sun or partially shaded areas
• Creeping Thyme Seeds
• Creeping Thyme is the ideal groundcover for the gardener that wants it all ? utility, color, and even a lemony fragrance!
• A diminutive flower that grows usually no more than half a foot tall, Creeping Thyme is the ultimate low-maintenance perennial.

FAST FACTS

• Name: Creeping Thyme Seeds
• Botanical Name:      Thymus serpyllum
• Life Cycle:     Perennial
• Light Requirement:  Full Sun, Partial Sun
• Planting Season:     Spring
• Plant Type:   Groundcover with green leaves and pale purple flowers and lemony fragrance.
• Features:      Open Pollinated, Ground Cover, Drought Tolerant, Deer Resistant, Fragrant, Container Garden
• Color: Purple, Green
• Blooms:        Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall
• Plant Height: 2-4 inches
• Plant Spacing:         12 inches
• Planting Depth:       1/16 inch
• Sowing Method:      Start Indoors, Direct Sow
• Cold Stratification:   No
• Hardiness Zones:    3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
• Ships: Year Round

HOW TO PLANT CREEPING THYME SEEDS

SHORT PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS

• Seed Preparation: Thyme seeds do best with a little cold stratification or an overnight soak.
• Plant outdoors in full sun or partial shade in loamy, fertile soil, when all danger of frost is past. 
• Dig the soil at least 6" deep and mix with organic matter. 
• Simply scatter the seeds on surface of the prepared bed and pat the seeds into the soil. Seeds need light to germinate.  Do not cover.
• Some sun must reach the seeds in order for them to germinate.  Keep them moist until they are established.  Thin 6-8 inches apart.
• A quick grower, it spreads fast, filling in bare areas.
• Mature plants tolerate drought very well.
• Germination: 85% in lab testing.

DETAILED CREEPING THYME PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS

Creeping Thyme plant can be grown from seed, and it takes 14 to 21 days to sprout in USDA Zones 3 - 9.

Creeping thyme ground cover grows well in soil that is either neutral or slightly alkaline.

Creeping Thyme self-sows easily, dropping it seeds after blooming season is over. This maintains a vigorous mat of Creeping Thyme.

STARTING CREEPING THYME SEEDS INDOORS

Ideal, is to sow the Creeping Thyme seed indoors 6 - 8 weeks before the last frost.

Here are a few steps guide to follow for growing creeping thyme from seeds:

Gently scatter the seeds on top of the soil in the container you will be planting the creeping thyme

Next, gently scatter a little soil over the seeds or no covering.

Water thoroughly.

Cover with a plastic wrap.

Place the container in a warm location at 70 Fahrenheit.

Provide a good light source.

Seeds will germinate from 1 to 4 weeks, depending on temperature.

Once Creeping Thyme seedlings are 2-3 inches high, plant them where you will be growing thyme in your garden.

Plant creeping thyme 6 to 12 inches apart to allow for its spreading habitat.

STARTING CREEPING THYME SEEDS OUTDOORS

Plant creeping thyme seeds directly outside after the danger of frost has passed.  Soak seeds for 24 hours in warm water prior to planting.

Prepare a seed bed, loosen the soil and remove weeds.

Scatter the Creeping Thyme ground cover seeds evenly and press them lightly into the soil.

Keep the soil consistently moist, but not soaked.

Thyme prefers a sandy, dry soil. Avoid planting in heavy, wet soils.

Creeping Thyme is a beautiful ground cover, between stepping stones or rock crevices, and to edge garden beds.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT PLANTING CREEPING THYME SEEDS

How long do Creeping Thyme seeds take to germinate?

Seeds typically germinate within seven to 21 days at 65 to 70°F. For growing indoors, sow seeds in organic potting soil, either in trays or two-inch containers. Sprinkle seeds on top of the soil or covered lightly to a depth of 1/16 of an inch at most, and maintain consistent moisture for germination

When do I plant Creeping Thyme seeds?

Creeping thyme does best in an area that gets about four hours of sun a day. Planting should be done in late spring or early summer, after the fear of frost has passed.

How far apart do you plant Creeping Thyme seeds?

Scatter the seeds across the designated site and press them firmly into the soil, or plant two to three seeds 12 to 18 inches apart in staggered rows.

Plant seeds no deeper than 1/16 of an inch.

How many Creeping Thyme seeds do I need per square foot?

Directly sow creeping thyme outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Prepare a seed bed, loosening the soil and weeding it.

Scatter seeds and press them firmly into the earth: do not cover.

Sow approximately 5000 seeds per 100 square feet.

Can I plant creeping thyme seeds in fall?

While you can plant thyme at any point during the growing season, spring and fall are best.

How do I direct sow Creeping Thyme seeds?

Directly sow Creeping Thyme seeds outdoors after frost danger has passed. Prepare a seed bed, loosening the soil and weeding it. Scatter the Thyme seeds and press the seeds firmly into the soil. Keep the ground cover seeds consistently moist.

Can I start Creeping Thyme seeds indoors?

If you want to get a jump start on the ground cover plants, sow the herb seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before the last frost.

Transplant the young seedlings into the garden 12 inches apart.

How long does it take to grow Creeping Thyme from seed?

Creeping Thyme plant can be grown from seed, and it takes 14 to 21 days to sprout in USDA Zones 3 - 9.

Creeping thyme ground cover grows well in soil that is either neutral or slightly alkaline.

Creeping Thyme self-sows easily, dropping it seeds after blooming season is over.

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