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Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Also known as Mediterranean Creeping Thyme
Thymus longicaulis is a low-growing, aromatic herb with small, pink to purple flowers, ideal for rock gardens and borders.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun for best growth and flowering.
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Tolerates partial shade.
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
100% intensity
Reduce watering in winter.
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils with good aeration.
50% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures, but tolerates cooler conditions.
100% intensity
Protect from hard frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
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Fertilize sparingly in spring.
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Avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead or damaged stems anytime. Avoid cutting into old wood.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Can also be grown from seed, though cultivars may not come true.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, using fresh, well-draining potting mix. Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Thymus Longicaulis (Thymus longicaulis)
Where Thymus Longicaulis (Thymus longicaulis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Thymus |
| Species | Thymus longicaulis |
Similar in genus Thymus
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