Thyme 'Woolly'

Scientific Name: Thymus praecox

Common Name: Woolly Thyme

Exposure: Full sun

Height: 2–5 cm (1–2 inches)

Width: 30–60 cm (12–24 inches)

Spacing: 20–30 cm (8–12 inches)

Attracts: Bees and butterflies

Flavour: Mild thyme flavor, slightly earthy

Use: Ground cover, ornamental, culinary (limited use)

Plant Habit: Low-growing, creeping, dense mat-forming perennial

Harvest: Harvest leaves as needed throughout the growing season; best before flowering

Companion Plants: Oregano, rosemary, lavender, sage, and other drought-tolerant herbs

General Information: Woolly Thyme (Thymus praecox) is a hardy, low-maintenance ground cover prized for its soft, fuzzy gray-green foliage. It forms a dense, drought-tolerant mat that works well in rock gardens, between stepping stones, and along garden edges. This variety produces small pink to purple flowers in late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators. Woolly Thyme is highly resistant to foot traffic and deer, making it an excellent choice for landscaping. While edible, it is primarily grown for its ornamental qualities rather than culinary use.