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Genus: Thymus pseudolanuginosus
Common Name: Woolly Thyme
Description: A durable herb with aromatic leaves, perfect for filling between stepping stones or as a waterwise groundcover. Creates a low, lush mat of soft green foliage. Works nicely tucked into a container, allowed to trail over the edge. The small, showy, pink flowers attract butterflies. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom Time: Summer
Size: 3" tall, 12" wide
Growth Rate: Slow
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Zone 5-8
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Uses: Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Ground Cover, Kitchen Garden, Rock Garden
Woolly Thyme