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be propagated by division of after the plants are mature and
established.
It has been used for its reported properties in
decongestants, as an antiseptic, cough remedy and a digestive
aid. Perennial.
USDA Zones 4-9.
FAQ
Q. - Coverage and Quantity: We are
often asked about the area a seed packet will cover. The
question is a bit difficult to answer as it depends on time.
That is, under perfect conditions, each seed has the potential
to grow into a plant. Each plant, in time will spread to
over about 10 to 12 square inches.
The seeds are tiny. According to our supplier, there are
about 2.7 million seeds per pound. So if our calculation is
correct, there should be several hundred seeds in a packet.
Q. - Plant Height: Thymus serpyllum is the "wild" form
of Creeping Thyme.
The height of the plant is typically from 3 to 6 inches but
under certain conditions can reportedly reach ten inches.
Plantings in pathways tend to be naturally "pruned" by the foot
traffic and trained to adopt a lower growing habit.
According to
The American Horticultural Society A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants,
there are about 350 species in the Thymus (Thyme) genus.
Many of these are cultivated varieties of hybrid origins and
some are very dense and mat forming in habit. We do not
carry or have a source for these hybrid cultivars.
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