To sum things up and in my opinion, I think temperature, aeration, and soil moisture are key components for successful growth. This way, you can also bring them indoors or a better location outdoors, if you feel the seeds and soil are getting too wet.
I have found during this point in the growing season, the temperatures are warm enough and the seeds are getting proper aeration. I prefer clear containers because I can see from the sides if the conditions are getting too wet. I usually wait until the end of June or early July, to start my seeds outdoors in a controlled environment such as clear containers or flower boxes. The spring here is very challenging for growing. In my experience, I have found a few things help creeping thyme grow here in Western Maine. This can make keeping track of these seeds whereabouts and their growth rate challenging. Hi, Pamela, Yes, I agree, these seeds are quite minuscule. Here are a few photographs that I had taken last month and I hope you have success with growing creeping thyme yourself, too! What a difference these beautiful flowers have made visually and they have indeed, provided an excellent source for weed control. It is now the summer of 2020 and I’m pleased to report that my walkway is now completely covered with creeping thyme. We will have to wait and see what happens next year!
I’m hoping by next spring, to see the whole path covered with this beautiful creeping thyme. It is also edible with a flavor and scent similar to that of mint. It can be walked on and does well as a lawn replacement, among stepping zones and pathways.
Creeping thyme should be pruned in the spring in order to maintain a compact appearance and again after the small white flowers are done blooming if additional shaping is preferred.
#CREEPING THYME IN WINTER FULL#
It will grow in well-drained soil and thrive in full sun to light shade areas. Make sure to plant creeping thyme 8 to 12 inches apart to allow for proper spreading. This is creeping thyme that I planted last summer.Ī close-up view of creeping thyme that I had planted last year.Ĭreeping thyme grows well in USDA hardy zones 4-9. Creeping thyme that I planted earlier in the season with the instructions I have mentioned above.
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