Thymus polytrichus subsp. britannicus (Mother of thyme, Thyme)

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Botanical Name: Thymus polytrichus subsp. britannicus TY-mus pol-IT-trik-us subspecies brih-TAN-ih-kus

Common Name: Mother of thyme, Thyme Synonyms: T. praecox subsp. articus Genus: Thymus

This thyme grows to 6 inches tall, with fuzzy stems and tiny, rounded, fuzzy blue-green leaves. In summer, it produces clusters of very small white to lilac-pink flowers. Plants spread to about 9 inches wide. The leaves are aromatic but the strength of their scent varies according to the plant's site and the time of year.
Noteworthy characteristics: Patios, walks, rock gardens, stone walls, and pond borders all benefit from the creeping, mounding, and cascading habit of thyme. This species spills gracefully over stone walls and can be grown between pavers where occasional foot traffic releases its distinct aroma.
Care: Provide well-drained and average, neutral to alkaline soil in full sun. In early spring, shear to about one-half inch and, later, lightly trim back after flowering. This species needs good air circulation in regions with high humidity.
Propagation: Divide in spring or fall, or sow seed in spring. Thymes are slow to germinate and hybridize regularly.
Problems: Gray mold, root rot.

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Height	Less than 6 in.
Spread	6 in. to 12 in.
Growth Habit	Spreads
Growth Pace	Moderate Grower
Light	Full Sun Only
Moisture	Dry to Medium
Maintenance	Low
Tolerance	Deer Tolerant;Frost Tolerant
Characteristics	Attracts Butterflies; Fragrant Foliage; Showy Flowers; Showy Foliage
Bloom Time	Early Summer; Late Summer; Summer
Foliage Color	Evergreen
Flower Color	Pink Flower; White Flower
Uses	Beds and Borders, Container, Ground Covers, Waterside
Style	Herb Garden, Cottage Garden, Formal Garden, Rock Garden
Seasonal Interest	Winter Interest, Spring Interest, Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type	Herbs

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