In the event that you adore the scent of herbs and want an easy-to-treatment-for plant in your backyard, creeping thyme will be the best option. Creeping thyme (Thymus praecox arcticus), also called Mother-of-Thyme, is a difficult, evergreen groundcover that will withstand moderate foot traffic. Because of this, it’s planted between stepping-stones when trod upon, where its fragrance is introduced. Also ideal for rock gardens and slopes, this herb can increase up to 3-feet tall and wide. In the spring, they bloom in shades of lavender and pink. The most easy methods to propagate thyme that is pink are through division, from seed and by cuttings.
Dig or pull-up a little patch of thyme in the spring, making certain it’s development and wholesome roots. This patch may be no more than one stem having several roots connected and is is called a slip. Plant slip or the patch to the same depth. Plant several slips 12 to 24 inches or patches. Grow thyme in a well- draining location.
Scatter creeping seeds — which are collected from seed heads or available at nurseries — overtop of moist, well- . Do this in the spring following the frost. Water frequently to maintain soil problems. Subsequent to the seedlings develop, take out the weaker stems therefore one plant that is vigorous stands every 6 to 12″.
Cut 3 to 4 inches off the very best of a flourishing creeping thyme in the spring. Cut by way of a set of leaf or leaves node. Remove the leaves in the bottom half of the cutting that is thyme. Insert the cutting in a little pot filled with coarse sand moist, or a great potting mix. Three or insert two sticks or pencils across the cutting and protect it using a plastic bag. Move the pot into a location that is warm, but perhaps not in-direct sunlight. Keep the medium moist for one to 8 weeks. Once roots have shaped, it could be planted out doors.