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Mother of Thyme (Thymus pulegioides): Broad-Leaved Ground Cover Thyme

Overview

Mother of thyme (Thymus pulegioides), also called broad-leaved thyme or large thyme, is a low, spreading perennial with larger, oval leaves than common thyme. Forms a dense, fragrant mat with pink-purple flowers in summer.

Botanical Details

Family: Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Thymus (TY-muss)
Species: pulegioides (pul-eg-ee-OY-dees)

Uses

Excellent ground cover for sunny, well-drained areas. Tolerates light foot traffic. Leaves have thyme flavor, used culinary. Attracts bees. Good for rock gardens, between pavers, and herb lawns.

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