If you are in search of a lawn look-alike in the miniature garden, Thymus serpyllum, Elfin Thyme is a great option. This creeping thyme is very compact. In partial shade, it will grow into small hummocks. Some gardeners prefer this hilly effect, but others like this herb to grow flat. For a flat, horizontal appearance, plant it where it receives at least five hours of sun per day. 

Elfin Thyme will be available again when the temperatures are moderate. It suffers too much from the heat during transit.

• Plant Type: Perennial
• Hardiness Zone: 3 - 10
• Location: Outdoor
• Light Requirements: sun
• Flower Color: tiny purple flowers
• Foliage: glossy, green fragrant leaves
• Blooms: June - July
• Growth Habit: forms a dense mat
• Care: This easy-to-grow plant likes neutral to slightly alkaline soil. It loves soaking up the sun and can tolerate brief periods of drought. This forgiving ground cover can even tolerate salt to some extent. Gardeners can prune this low-growing plant to maintain its shape and prompt new growth. Keep in mind that its small stems may get a bit woody as they mature.
• Use: ground cover plants
• Dimensions: 1.00in high, spreads 12.00in
• Container Size: 3" (2.6x3.5")
• Check out Leslie Halleck's video "Tiny Plants: Miniature Gardening Unboxing" (https://youtu.be/i8-fDs7f5rM)

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