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Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet'
Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet'
Also known as : Breckland thyme 'Magic Carpet', Breckland wild thyme 'Magic Carpet'
Its parent plant, thyme, has white flowers, but creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet' is a cultivar that produces brightly-colored flowers ranging in hue from a bold pink to a deep magenta. Known as "creeping thyme" because it spreads out in a tight and compact carpet-like mat, this plant is a gardener's favorite for walkways, rock gardens, and path edges.
Hardiness Zones
4 to 9
Key Facts About Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet'
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Attributes of Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet'
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Planting Time
Spring
Plant Height
10 cm
Spread
30 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
3 mm to 1 cm
Flower Color
Purple
Pink
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
5 - 35 ℃
Scientific Classification of Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet'
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Basic Care Guide
Common Pests & Diseases
Transplant
6-12 inches
Best time to transplant creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet' is during the growing warmth of late spring to mid-summer, when conditions promote robust growth. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil to ensure its thriving ground cover expands gracefully.
Transplant Techniques Black mold
Black mold, primarily caused by the fungal pathogen 'Cladosporium', affects Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', leading to discolored leaf surfaces and overall plant vigor reduction. Effectiveness of control measures varies; a combination of cultural and chemical treatments is recommended.
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Non-base branch withering
Non-base branch withering is a disease that causes the premature withering and potential death of 'Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet''. It is characterized by the sudden wilting and discoloration of branches, significantly impacting plant health and aesthetics.
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White blotch
White blotch is a fungal disease affecting Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', characterized by pale, irregular patches on the leaves, potentially stunting growth and reducing vitality. The disease primarily thrives in humid conditions, complicating the plant's aesthetic and health.
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Leaf blotch
Leaf blotch is a disease that can affect Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', characterized by discolored patches on leaves, reduced vigor, and potential plant death if left unmanaged.
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Whole plant withering
Whole plant withering in Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet' is a severe condition leading to the progressive decline and death of the plant, characterized by loss of turgidity, discoloration, and stunted growth.
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Leaf tip withering
Leaf tip withering is a plant disease that gravely affects Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet''s vitality and aesthetic appeal. The disease is unsightly, affecting the plant's unique features and stunts its overall growth by reducing the leaf size and number.
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Dark spots
Dark spots on Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet' are indicative of a fungal disease that causes cosmetic damage and potential health deterioration of the plant, often leading to reduced vigor and aesthetic appeal.
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Yellow edges
Yellow edges is a plant disease mainly affecting the Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', leading to the yellowing of leaf margins, stunted growth and premature leaf fall. The disease could be fatal if not effectively controlled and managed, reducing the plant’s health and aesthetics.
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Whole leaf withering
Whole leaf withering is a disease affecting Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', characterized by the rapid wilting and browning of leaves, resulting in compromised vigor and potential plant death without intervention.
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Scars
Scars on Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet' are physical damages rather than a disease, affecting its aesthetic value and potentially its health. These are typically caused by environmental factors, pests, or mechanical injury.
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Branch withering
Branch withering primarily affects the water and nutrient transportation in Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', leading to noticeable wilting, browning, and potential death of branches.
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Notch
The 'Notch' disease primarily affects Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', causing leaves to develop distinct notches, wilt, and potentially lead to plant death if untreated. This disease significantly impacts aesthetic and plant health.
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Leaf yellowing
Leaf yellowing is a common disease affecting Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', characterized by progressive discoloration of leaves that stunts growth and affects overall plant health. Multiple factors, including pests, pathogens, and poor nutrient absorption, can cause this condition.
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Leaf wilting
Leaf wilting in Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet' is a disease causing drooping and discoloration of foliage, reducing the plant's vigor and affecting its ground-cover aesthetic. Primary causes include water stress, pathogens, and environmental factors.
Read More
Dark blotch
Dark Blotch, caused primarily by Alternaria species, is a harmful disease affecting Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet'. It leads to the appearance of dark-spot formations and necrosis, severely impairing the plant's photosynthetic capability, stunt growth, and even lead to death when severe.
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Spots
Spots on Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet' are a common disease impairing photosynthesis, aesthetics, and vigor. It is vital to manage for the plant's health and lifespan.
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Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet'
Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet'
Also known as: Breckland thyme 'Magic Carpet', Breckland wild thyme 'Magic Carpet'
Its parent plant, thyme, has white flowers, but creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet' is a cultivar that produces brightly-colored flowers ranging in hue from a bold pink to a deep magenta. Known as "creeping thyme" because it spreads out in a tight and compact carpet-like mat, this plant is a gardener's favorite for walkways, rock gardens, and path edges.
Hardiness Zones
4 to 9
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Key Facts About Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet'
Feedback
Attributes of Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet'
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Planting Time
Spring
Plant Height
10 cm
Spread
30 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
3 mm to 1 cm
Flower Color
Purple
Pink
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
5 - 35 ℃
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Scientific Classification of Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet'
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More Info on Creeping Thyme 'magic Carpet' Growth and Care
Basic Care Guide
Common Pests & Diseases
Black mold
Black mold, primarily caused by the fungal pathogen 'Cladosporium', affects Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', leading to discolored leaf surfaces and overall plant vigor reduction. Effectiveness of control measures varies; a combination of cultural and chemical treatments is recommended.
Non-base branch withering
Non-base branch withering is a disease that causes the premature withering and potential death of 'Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet''. It is characterized by the sudden wilting and discoloration of branches, significantly impacting plant health and aesthetics.
White blotch
White blotch is a fungal disease affecting Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', characterized by pale, irregular patches on the leaves, potentially stunting growth and reducing vitality. The disease primarily thrives in humid conditions, complicating the plant's aesthetic and health.
Leaf blotch
Leaf blotch is a disease that can affect Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', characterized by discolored patches on leaves, reduced vigor, and potential plant death if left unmanaged.
Whole plant withering
Whole plant withering in Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet' is a severe condition leading to the progressive decline and death of the plant, characterized by loss of turgidity, discoloration, and stunted growth.
Leaf tip withering
Leaf tip withering is a plant disease that gravely affects Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet''s vitality and aesthetic appeal. The disease is unsightly, affecting the plant's unique features and stunts its overall growth by reducing the leaf size and number.
Dark spots
Dark spots on Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet' are indicative of a fungal disease that causes cosmetic damage and potential health deterioration of the plant, often leading to reduced vigor and aesthetic appeal.
Yellow edges
Yellow edges is a plant disease mainly affecting the Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', leading to the yellowing of leaf margins, stunted growth and premature leaf fall. The disease could be fatal if not effectively controlled and managed, reducing the plant’s health and aesthetics.
Whole leaf withering
Whole leaf withering is a disease affecting Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', characterized by the rapid wilting and browning of leaves, resulting in compromised vigor and potential plant death without intervention.
Scars
Scars on Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet' are physical damages rather than a disease, affecting its aesthetic value and potentially its health. These are typically caused by environmental factors, pests, or mechanical injury.
Branch withering
Branch withering primarily affects the water and nutrient transportation in Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', leading to noticeable wilting, browning, and potential death of branches.
Notch
The 'Notch' disease primarily affects Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', causing leaves to develop distinct notches, wilt, and potentially lead to plant death if untreated. This disease significantly impacts aesthetic and plant health.
Leaf yellowing
Leaf yellowing is a common disease affecting Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet', characterized by progressive discoloration of leaves that stunts growth and affects overall plant health. Multiple factors, including pests, pathogens, and poor nutrient absorption, can cause this condition.
Leaf wilting
Leaf wilting in Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet' is a disease causing drooping and discoloration of foliage, reducing the plant's vigor and affecting its ground-cover aesthetic. Primary causes include water stress, pathogens, and environmental factors.
Dark blotch
Dark Blotch, caused primarily by Alternaria species, is a harmful disease affecting Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet'. It leads to the appearance of dark-spot formations and necrosis, severely impairing the plant's photosynthetic capability, stunt growth, and even lead to death when severe.
Spots
Spots on Creeping thyme 'Magic Carpet' are a common disease impairing photosynthesis, aesthetics, and vigor. It is vital to manage for the plant's health and lifespan.
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