Thymus praecox
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A low growing, creeping, evergreen perennial native to Europe forming a dense carpet of mid-dark green, aromatic foliage with clusters of tiny, tubular pink-purple flowers appearing in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- Thymus praecox (Thymus praecox)
- Genus
- Thymus
- Family
- Lamiaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- 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 Thymus praecox
Distribution map
S, W and Central Europe
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Thymus praecox
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Thymus praecox care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningCut back after flowering to maintain compactness
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division and semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in well drained, alkaline to neutral soil in full sun. See thyme cultivation for more information
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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