Herbs
Thymus pseudolanuginosus
Woolly thyme
A soft gray-green carpet of tiny woolly leaves that spreads over rocks and between stepping stones. Grown as groundcover, not for cooking; its sparse summer flowers attract bees and butterflies. Trim lightly after flowering; avoid hard cuts into bare wood.
At a glance
- Sun
- Full sun
- Mature size
- 2–6 in. tall × 1–3 ft. wide
- Water
- Dry to moderate; excellent drainage
- Hardiness
- USDA zones 5–8
- Bloom
- Sparse pale pink blooms in summer.
Sizes & prices
- Size not listed$6.99
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Resistance & tolerances
- Deer
- Resistant, not browse-proof.
- Drought
- Tolerates dry and poor soils.
- Wet soil
- Avoid waterlogging, especially in winter.
Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.
Pollinators & wildlife
- Attracts
- Bees, Butterflies
Growing & care
Trim to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth.
Sources & photo credits
Image notes: Representative plant photograph; resized and compressed, not cropped. Not a photograph of current nursery stock.
Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.