{"product_id":"albus-creeping-thyme-thymus-serpyllum-albus","title":"Albus Creeping Thyme - Thymus serpyllum 'Albus'","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlbus Creeping Thyme (\u003cem\u003eThymus serpyllum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Albus') is a very hardy, evergreen groundcover that stays 5cm to 15cm high and spreads 30cm to 60cm wide. Its small rounded leaves are aromatic, and in summer a scattering of tiny white flowers covers the plant and draws bees. It is more an ornamental mat for rockeries, paths and low traffic lawn areas than a cooking herb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA dense, springy mat.\u003c\/strong\u003e It spreads into a low cushion that fills gaps between pavers and stepping stones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAromatic foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Brush the leaves and they release the scent of thyme, which makes it a favourite for sensory gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers that feed pollinators.\u003c\/strong\u003e Small white summer flowers attract bees and butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought and frost tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once established it handles dry spells, heat, poor soil and cold winters with ease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA lawn alternative.\u003c\/strong\u003e In low traffic areas it makes a fragrant carpet that never needs mowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockeries and sunny beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 30cm apart so the mats meet within a season. It drapes happily over rocks and edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetween pavers and paths.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set plants into the gaps and let them knit together, taking only occasional footsteps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHerb and sensory gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair it with lavender and other sun lovers where the scent is part of the pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLawn alternative.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it where foot traffic is light, and keep the soil sharply drained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Albus Creeping Thyme in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A sunny position is essential for dense growth. It thrives in Mediterranean, warm temperate, cool temperate and dry inland gardens. In humid subtropical areas it dislikes warm, muggy summers, so give it very sharp drainage or grow it in a pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining soil, neutral to alkaline. Poor, gravelly or sandy ground suits it well, and a gravel mulch keeps the foliage clean and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly for the first 12 weeks until the plant establishes. Once settled, it tolerates drought and frost and needs very little water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clip it over after flowering to keep it fresh and to prevent bare patches from developing in the centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Albus Creeping Thyme as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. Tubes are the economical way to cover a large area, and a small plant spreads to a mat within a season or two. Plants travel well and settle within a few weeks of planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/groundcover\"\u003eBrowse all groundcovers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rockery-plants\"\u003ePlants for rockeries\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bee-and-butterfly-plants\"\u003eBee and butterfly friendly plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/top-ground-cover-options-for-in-between-steppers-easy-low-maintenance-choices\"\u003eGroundcovers for between pavers and steppers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it as a lawn?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a lawn alternative in low traffic areas, yes. It forms a dense, springy mat, but it will not stand up to heavy use like a hard-wearing turf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it a culinary thyme?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown mainly for its aromatic foliage and flowers rather than for cooking. Treat it as an ornamental groundcover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow quickly does it spread?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt reaches 30cm to 60cm wide. Planted 30cm apart, the mats usually meet within a season or two of good growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67789642531135,"sku":"THY-SER-ALBUS-tube","price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/albus-creeping-thyme-thymus-serpyllum-albus.jpg?v=1792192683","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/albus-creeping-thyme-thymus-serpyllum-albus","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}