Creeping Thyme
Thymus pulegioides
Monrovia® varieties
Varieties We Carry
Pink ChintzThymus pulegioidesSerpyllum ElfinThymus pulegioidesStandardThymus pulegioidesMonrovia
Sizes & Pricing
#1MonroviaFrom$9.95
LITTLEONE TMMonroviaFrom$9.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 25.
LightFull sun
WaterLow
Mature size2-4 in × 12-18 in
About Creeping Thyme
A versatile, low-growing groundcover featuring tiny aromatic leaves and seasonal purple blooms. Starting at $9.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Flower Color
- Purple
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Care essentials
Light
Provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to prevent legginess.
Water
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings; highly drought tolerant once established.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in well-draining, even poor soil and avoid over-fertilizing to maintain compact growth.
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Common questions
Is Creeping Thyme a good plant for St. Augustine?
Creeping Thyme is a plant for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 2-4 in × 12-18 in.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed June 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.