Overview
Thymus 'Magic Carpet' is a bushy, matforming alpine rockery in the genus Thymus, part of the Lamiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Thymus 'Magic Carpet' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, mediterranean climate plants and flower borders and beds.
About
Thymus 'Magic Carpet' is a cultivar of the genus Thymus, which comprises evergreen, woody perennials with small, fragrant leaves. This bushy, matforming thyme is evergreen and thrives in full sun, favouring well-drained, fertile soils such as chalk, loam, or sand with neutral to alkaline pH. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and flowers in spring and summer, producing clusters of small, tubular, two-lipped flowers typical of the genus. Suitable for city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, and wildlife gardens, it performs well in exposed or sheltered south, west, or east-facing aspects.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thymus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Thymus 'Magic Carpet' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Shrubs, Herbs - Culinary
- Habit
- Bushy, Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Mediterranean climate plants, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thymus 'Magic Carpet'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Rooted basal stem cuttings in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thymus 'Magic Carpet'?
Thymus 'Magic Carpet' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Thymus 'Magic Carpet' need?
Thymus 'Magic Carpet' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Thymus 'Magic Carpet' hardy in the UK?
Thymus 'Magic Carpet' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Thymus 'Magic Carpet'?
Seed, Division, Rooted basal stem cuttings in spring.
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