Thymus 'Elfin' Creeping Thyme

If you?re looking for a ground cover that does more than just fill space, Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin' brings beauty, fragrance, and functionality to even the smallest garden spaces. This miniature creeping thyme forms tight, cushion like mats of gray green foliage that stay evergreen in most zones. In early summer, it bursts into bloom with small lavender purple flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. Low growing and noninvasive, Elfin thyme is an easy, ornamental solution for tough spots where foot traffic is light but visual interest is needed.

Perfect for tucking between stepping stones, planting in rock gardens, or softening the edges of a sunny path, Elfin Creeping Thyme thrives in full sun and lean soils. It stays under 3 inches tall and spreads slowly to about 18 inches wide, making it well suited for small areas and tight spaces. This is an ornamental thyme, not culinary, but its fragrant foliage still adds sensory appeal, especially when brushed or walked on. It also works beautifully in containers and alpine displays.

Hardy in Zones 4 to 9, this drought, heat, and cold tolerant perennial is also deer and rabbit resistant. It?s extremely low maintenance and helps suppress weeds once established. Elfin is safe for pets, according to the ASPCA, and adds long lasting charm without the need for frequent upkeep, a smart and beautiful choice for modern gardeners.

SKU: 44604
Genus: Thymus
Species: serpyllum
Variety: 'Elfin'
Item Form: 1-Quart
Bloom Color: Lavender
Foliage Color: Dark GreenSilver/Gray
Habit: Spreading
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Moisture Requirements:

• Moist, well-drained

Bloom Start: Early Summer
Bloom End: Early Summer
Uses:

• Beds
• Border
• Containers
• Fall Color
• Foliage Interest
• Ground Cover
• Ornamental
• Winter Interest

Special Features:

• Easy Care Plants
• Flower
• Fragrance

Hardiness Zones: 4 - 9
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