Thymus sachalinensis

Thymus sachalinensis

Native to:
Russia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Lamiaceae
Genus:
Thymus
Species:
Thymus sachalinensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Subshrub
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
pink, purple
Ground Cover:
Yes
Lawn Substitute:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–28 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate best after cold stratification; surface sow and keep moist.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Most interbreed and seed may not be what is labelled

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society