Plant Database
Elfin Creeping Thyme
Thymus serpyllum ‘Elfin’
Elfin Creeping Thyme is a compact, mat-forming groundcover prized for its tiny aromatic foliage and delicate lavender-pink flowers. Growing only an inch or two tall, it creates a dense, carpet-like surface that works beautifully as a lawn alternative or as a filler between stepping stones and pavers.
This variety stays exceptionally low and tight, giving landscapes a refined, finished look without frequent mowing or trimming. During late spring and early summer, it bursts into bloom, attracting pollinators while releasing a subtle herbal fragrance when brushed or lightly stepped on.