thyme 'Minor'
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A very compact, dwarf, evergreen, mat-forming shrub. The highly-aromatic foliage is dark green and the flowers, produced in dense whorls in summer, are mauve-pink
Scientific classification
- Species
- thyme 'Minor' (Thymus serpyllum 'Minor')
- Genus
- Thymus
- Family
- Lamiaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs · Alpine Rockery
- Plant type
- Up to 10 cm
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Matforming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of thyme 'Minor'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of thyme 'Minor'
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thyme 'Minor' care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
Pruning
PruningCut back after flowering to retain compactness
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in spring. Semi-hardwood cuttings may be taken in mid- to late-summer although some bottom heat may be required
Growing
GrowingEasy to grow in most well-drained, alkaline to neutral soils in full sun. Suitable for rock garden or paving crevices, where they release their fragrance when trodden on. Attractive to bees
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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