A low growing perennial groundcover with magenta-red blooms in summer. Tolerates poor, dry soil in full sun. Good for planting in stone walls and among paving stones. Attractive to butterflies and bees. 2-4″
Botanical Name- Thymus coccineus Pronunciation- TY-muss kok-SIN-ee-us Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Average, well drained Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Magenta red Bloom Time- Early – mid summer Companion Plants- Sedum ‘Blue Spruce’ – ground-hugging tapestry in full sun Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, hoverflies Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP47A Yearly Care Instructions- Shear after flowering to encourage new growth; prefers well-drained soil and light watering. Trimming Instructions- Trim back after flowering to maintain a compact shape. Fertilization Instructions- Feed lightly with a low-nitrogen fertilizer (e.g., 5-10-10) in spring; low feeding need. Too much fertilizer in clay leads to reduced flavor and sprawl. Fertilizer Recommendation- Garden-tone Possible Issues- Rust, root rot
