Thymus praecox is a glorious ground cover plant loved for its profusion of deep pinkish purple flowers and its culinary uses. A popular plant with pollinators, thymus praecox has a beautiful fragrance that becomes more pronounced when the leaves are touched, making it ideal for lining paths, spilling over the edges of beds, or even between paving slabs.

They’re surprisingly hardy and don’t mind being stepped on a little, making them an excellent groundcover plant. Thymus praecox seeds will grow into a mass of tiny, dark green, shiny leaves that grow just a few inches tall. 

In late spring and early summer, thymus praecox is covered in tiny flowers, creating a display that is as beautiful as it is aromatic. When not in flower, the plant helps to soften edges with its dense mat of evergreen foliage. 

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