Mother of thyme

Thymus praecox, commonly known as mother of thyme, is a low-growing, evergreen perennial ornamental plant. It thrives in full sun and requires low water, making it suitable for USDA zones 4–9. This plant typically reaches a height of 0.1–0.3 meters and blooms with pink and purple flowers from June to September. It prefers sandy, loamy, or chalky soils and is known for its fragrance, attracting pollinators, and is not toxic. Its evergreen nature provides year-round interest.