Breckland Thyme

Creeping thyme (mother of thyme, wild thyme) is a low creeping perennial native to northern Europe and western Asia. It produces tiny two-lipped flowers from June to September in shades of pink to deep purple, with foliage turning brown-copper in fall.

Creeping thyme is hardy in zones 4a-9b and thrives in full sun with very dry, well-drained soil (pH 6.0-8.0). Growth is rapid with low maintenance and exceptional drought tolerance. It tolerates deer, shallow rocky soil, and urban conditions, making it excellent for walkable groundcover and living paths.