Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Lamiaceae

Genus:

Thymus

Species:

Thymus alpestris

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

15 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Colors:

pink, purple

Ground Cover:

Yes

Lawn Substitute:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–28 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate best with light; surface sow and do not cover.

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