~Woolly Thyme~

Vigorous, low growing mat of soft, fuzzy, grey-green foliage.  Makes an excellent ground cover for use in rock gardens, grey gardens, between stepping stones or anywhere a carpet of grey-green foliage would look nice.   

Bloom: Occasional pale pink flowers bloom on top of foliage. Blooms best in full sun.

Habit: 1-3" tall by 18-36" wide. 

Exposure: Full sun to light shade. Needs light shade in hot summer areas. 

Site: Needs well drained soil. 

Spreading rate:  Medium. Roots down as it creeps across the ground.

Fertilizing:  Feed in early spring and again lightly in early fall.  Use a balanced fertilizer, preferably one containing a slow release nitrogen source.  Always follow the manufacturer's label recommendations when making any applications of fertilizer.  Be sure to rinse the fertilizer off the foliage. 

Watering:  Regular summer water should be provided the first couple of years to ensure good plant establishment and to promote maximum growth.  Though somewhat drought tolerant, it flourishes with a couple deep waterings during the driest months of late summer.

Pruning: Prune as you wish to control height and shape.

Foot traffic:  Tolerant of light foot traffic.

Hardiness:  -40° to -30° F.