Thymus praecox 'Coccineus'

A sun-loving herb valued as an ornamental groundcover. Forms a dense, flat mat of evergreen, dark green leaves that are smothered in bright magenta-red flowers from early thru midsummer. In fall, the foliage turns a beautiful bronze. Lovely between stones on a path or cascading over walls.   Height: 2-4 Inches Spread: 12 Inches Flower Color: Pink shades Foliage Color: Green shades Sun or Shade?: Full Sun Need critter resistant plants?: Deer resistant Want to see wings?: Attracts butterflies Wet or dry?: Low water needs   *Photo and info courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.