Coccineus mother of thyme
Thymus serpyllum 'Coccineus'
RHS AGM 1993
USDA zones5 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size3 inches tall3 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Deep pink
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Coccineus' mother of thyme (Thymus serpyllum 'Coccineus') is a perennial for borders, containers, ground cover, and xeriscape. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. Deep pink flowers cover the fragrant, evergreen mats from early to late summer. Bees and butterflies visit the blooms.
Pairs well with May Night salvia, Nepeta, and Blue grama.