Magic Carpet Creeping Thyme is a low-growing ground cover that transforms garden spaces into aromatic, pollinator-rich landscapes. This heirloom perennial reaches just 1 to 2 inches tall but spreads 1 to 2 feet wide, thriving in zones 4 through 9. Tolerant of foot traffic and remarkably drought-resistant, it releases its fragrance when walked upon, making it perfect for pathways, between stepping stones, and rock gardens. It takes 75 to 90 days to reach harvest maturity and prefers full sun with temperatures between 60 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
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This floriferous, aromatic perennial brings genuine magic to garden design. Plants handle foot traffic with ease and actually release their fragrance when stepped on, a sensory reward few ground covers offer. Its rugged, drought-tolerant nature means it thrives on minimal fussing once established, while its spreading habit and low profile make it invaluable for filling awkward spaces between pavers, in rock gardens, and along pathways where it attracts pollinators throughout the season.
Magic Carpet Creeping Thyme functions primarily as a ground cover and landscape plant rather than a culinary herb. It excels in pathways and between stepping stones where its ability to tolerate foot traffic becomes an asset, and its dense, spreading habit makes it excellent for erosion control on slopes and in rock gardens. The plant also serves as a pollinator magnet, drawing bees and other beneficial insects to the garden.
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Transplant established seedlings or nursery plants outdoors after the last frost date in your region. Space plants 9 inches apart to accommodate their spreading growth habit.
Light pruning or shearing after flowering helps maintain the plant's compact, spreading form and encourages denser growth. Avoid cutting too far into woody stems; work with the plant's natural low-growing habit rather than trying to shape it heavily.
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