Plant Guide

Thymus pulegioides 'Bertram Anderson'

creeping thyme

Spreading, low mound-forming thyme with aromatic, light green to golden green leaves. Small clusters of lilac flowers in summer, but not as free-flowering as some of the other thymes.

Sometimes sold as Thymus x citriodorus 'Bertram Anderson' or Thymus x citriodorus 'Anderson's Gold'.

Prefers a sunny position in well-draining soil. Well suited to areas with dry, sandy soils. Water regularly until established. Tolerates occasional foot traffic. Frost hardy (zones 4-9). Suitable for coastal gardens.

Gives a lovely, mild thyme flavour in cooking. The foliage is attractive all year round, and appears lime green from a distance. Combines beautifully with purple sage or other purple-leafed plants.

Type of plant

Herbaceous - Perennial

Size

0.15 m tall, 0.3 m wide

Landscape Use

ground cover, rock gardens, container plant, culinary herb, coastal plantings, dry areas, edging, in between pavers

Specifications

  • Temperature: Hardy
  • Light: High
  • Moisture: Low Medium
  • Soil: Light Medium
  • Wind tolerance: Average
  • Coastal tolerance: High