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  • Answered by
    theficuswrangler on
    October 2, 2014
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    Elfin thyme is easy to divide and propagate, but I don't know about planting indoors. It requires full sun, and generally speaking full sun plants don't adapt well to indoor cultivation. However, that's no reason not to try. Half the fun of plants is experimenting, right? This article might have some information you can use: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/thyme/elfin-thyme-information.htm

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  • Answered by
    shelley on
    May 7, 2015
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    According to Burpee, creeping thyme matures in 90-150 days, so if it were to flower this year I wouldn't expect it to do so for at least 4 months - the tail end of summer.

    For more information on creeping thyme, please visit the following link:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/thyme/growing-creeping-thyme.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 15, 2015
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    Creeping thyme should do well in between the stones. I myself just planted creeping thyme in a similar manner.
    I have a small layer of sand over the soil to lock the stones. I started mine from plants but you can start seeds and then transplant them to you garden.

    Here is an article with proper care and growing conditions.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/thyme/growing-creeping-thyme.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 28, 2015
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    The thyme will turn brown if it's too dry, or can do the same if it's too wet.
    Due to your location I would think it's due to drought conditions.

    You can cut away dead material.
    Here is a link to care of Elfin Thyme.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/thyme/elfin-thyme-information.htm

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    shelley on
    June 2, 2015
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    I think it's a solid choice as Mother of thyme is commonly recommended for use as a garden ground cover or next to walkways. It spreads fairly quickly without being invasive. All you would really need to do is monitor 'the borders' and remove any thyme plants that may venture too far. Your cheapest way to do this would be by seed. And, after it starts to grow you can take stem cuttings to create even more plants.

    For more information on 'Mother of Thyme' please visit the following link:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/thyme/growing-creeping-thyme.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 8, 2015
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    Unfortunately it can take anywhere from 1 to 12 weeks to germinate.
    I would visit a local garden center and inquire about small starter herbs plants.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/thyme/tips-for-growing-thyme-in-your-garden.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 11, 2015
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    This is likely a fungal issue and it may be to late to save the plants. Remove the dead and diseased material and dispose of.

    You can treat with a fungicide to try to control it, but many times it will can remain in the soil.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/thyme/elfin-thyme-information.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lawn-substitutes/creeping-thyme-lawn/growing-creeping-thyme-lawns.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/thyme/woolly-thyme-ground-cover.htm

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