Thymus praecox 'Purple Carpet'
Creeping Thyme
Flat-growing variety. Tiny dark green leaves, dark purple in fall; bright lavender-purple flowers. Easily divided; even small pieces will take root. Evergreen
- Height: 3" – 6"
- Width: 12" – 18"
- Soil Conditions: Dry
- Flower Color: Purple
- Bloom Time: June, July
- Hardiness Zone: 2 To 9
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Plant Characteristics - Thymus praecox 'Purple Carpet'
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Attributes
- Container
- Fall Color
- Drought Tolerant
- Salt Tolerant
- Green Roof Semi Intensive
- Fragrant Flower
- Fairy Garden
- Made for Walking
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Spreading
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Light Conditions
- Sun
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Flower Color
- Purple
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Flower Hue
- Light
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Flower Type
- Solitary
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Flower Height
- 3" to 6"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Fine
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 1/4" or Less
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Soil Moisture
- Dry
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Prune Time
- After Blooming
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Growth Rate
- Average
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Origin
- Europe
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Divide
- Every Other Year
Possible Substitutions for Thymus praecox 'Purple Carpet'
Mazus reptans 'Albus'
White Creeping Mazus
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Spreading
- Spread: 12" – 18"
Vinca minor 'Bowles Variety' ('La Grave')
Bowles Variety Periwinkle
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Spreading
- Spread: 12" – 18"
Mazus reptans
Creeping Mazus
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Spreading
- Spread: 12" – 18"