Creeping Thyme - Thymus serpyllum - 1000 pieces fresh seeds

Creeping thyme (Thymus serpyllum) is a low-growing perennial herb that is commonly used as a ground cover due to its dense, spreading growth habit and aromatic foliage. It is often used in landscaping, herb gardens, and as a culinary herb. Creeping thyme is native to Europe and western Asia and is hardy in USDA zones 4-9. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil, and is drought tolerant once established. The small, pink or purple flowers of creeping thyme are attractive to bees and butterflies.

Creeping thyme (Thymus serpyllum) seeds can be germinated through a process called stratification, which involves exposing the seeds to cold, moist conditions to break their dormancy. Here are the steps to germinate creeping thyme seeds:

1.Start by mixing the seeds with some moist sand or vermiculite in a plastic bag or container, and store them in a refrigerator for 4-6 weeks.

2.After the stratification period, prepare a seed starting tray or small pots with well-draining soil. Sow the seeds on the soil surface, and press them gently to make good soil contact.

3.Cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil or vermiculite, and mist the surface with water.

4.Place the tray or pots in a warm, bright location, but avoid direct sunlight. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.

5.After 2-4 weeks, the seeds should start to germinate, and small seedlings will emerge from the soil.

6.Once the seedlings have developed their second set of leaves, they can be transplanted to their final location or container.

Note that creeping thyme seeds can be slow to germinate, and some seeds may not germinate at all. It's also important to ensure that the soil is not too wet or too dry during the germination process, as this can affect the seeds' viability.