Thymus pseudolanuginosus
Hardy to: 2(HP) 4b(DG)
Plant Height: 1-2"
Spacing: 6-9"
Sun Preference: Part Shade to Full Sun
Flower Color: Light Pink
HP: Heritage Perennials
DG: Dave's Garden
I bought this ground cover last year and totally forgot about it, I never even planted it in the ground but just had it sitting by my other containers in the garden. I was shocked to find it this spring and see that it was actually growing. Dave's Garden says it is hardy to -25F (zone 4b) whereas Fine Gardening says it is only hardy to zone 5. But it survived -30F over the winter here, but maybe the snow that engulfed it helped to insulate.
One of the best Creeping Thymes for general groundcover purposes. This
is a low, creeping species with fuzzy grey-green foliage, occasionally
producing soft-pink flowers. A strong grower, ideal as a
drought-tolerant lawn substitute or for planting between flagstones,
tolerating moderate foot traffic. Woolly Thyme is easily divided in
spring or early fall, and even small pieces will take root and grow.
Evergreen. source
Noteworthy characteristics: Woolly thyme thrives in any dry,
well-drained spot. Patios, walks, rock gardens, stone walls, and pond
borders all benefit from the creeping, cascading habit of woolly
thyme. It also spills gracefully over stone walls and can be grown
between pavers. picture
Care: Provide well-drained, average, neutral to alkaline soil in full
sun. It will rot in moist soils. Cut back when needed to maintain
appearance.
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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