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Thymus 'Long Leaf Gray' Thyme
Thymus 'Long Leaf Gray' Thyme
Soft color • Spreading habit • Classic flavor
📦 Shipping is charged at real carrier rates.We don’t mark up shipping—costs reflect distance from our nursery and careful plant packing.
🌱 6-plant minimum per order — mix & match any varieties
📦 Ships in a 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot — well-rooted & ready to plant
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Long Leaf Gray is a thyme that likes to wander. It grows low and broad, trailing and spreading to form a soft mat of long, narrow gray-green leaves. In bloom, it surprises you with bright pinkish-purple flowers that stand out beautifully against the pale foliage.
It’s just as useful as it is pretty. The leaves carry that familiar thyme aroma and flavor—savory and earthy—making it great for everyday cooking. And because it spreads and trails, it’s perfect for letting spill over edges, weave between stones, or soften the lines of raised beds and containers.
This is a great choice if you want an herb that looks relaxed and natural, not stiff or upright.
WHY GARDENERS LOVE IT
- Long, narrow gray-green leaves
- Spreading, trailing growth
- Pinkish-purple flowers
- Aromatic foliage
- Good culinary thyme
- Great for edges and rock gardens
HOW IT GROWS
- Plant type: Perennial herb
- Sun: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Water: Low once established
- Hardiness: Zones 5–9
- Growth habit: Low, spreading, trailing
Good drainage is key—thyme dislikes wet soil.
SIZE & BLOOM
- Height: Up to 10 inches
- Spread: Broad, spreading
- Flower color: Pinkish-purple
- Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
- Foliage: Long, narrow, gray-green leaves
PLANTING TIPS
- Plant in full sun
- Avoid heavy or soggy soil
- Give room to spread
- Water regularly the first season
CARE MADE EASY
- Trim lightly after flowering
- Don’t cut into woody stems
- Shear to keep tidy if needed
- Very low maintenance
CULINARY USES
Use Long Leaf Gray for:
- Roasted vegetables
- Poultry and lamb
- Soups and stews
- Marinades
- Herb blends
BEST USES
- Herb gardens
- Rock gardens
- Pathway edges
- Containers and raised beds
- Edible groundcover
HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU
Choose Long Leaf Gray if you:
- Like spreading, trailing plants
- Want edible groundcovers
- Garden in sunny, dry spots
- Cook often with thyme
POT SIZE: 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot
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What to Expect With Your Plants
What size plants will I receive?
Most plants ship in 2 3/8” x 3 3/4” band pots—ideal for healthy root growth.
Top growth varies by variety and season, but every plant arrives well-rooted, actively growing, and ready to plant.
Grown naturally without artificial heat or lights, our plants are hardy, adaptable, and ready to thrive in real garden conditions.
When will my plants ship?
We schedule plant orders based on your area’s average last frost date and when each plant is truly ready to ship. You’ll receive an email with your estimated ship date once your order is scheduled.
Orders ship Monday–Wednesday via UPS or USPS (2–3 day service), so your plants arrive before the weekend and spend less time in transit. Shipping begins in spring—usually mid-April—when weather and plant health align, so your plants arrive strong, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.
Do you guarantee your plants?
We stand behind our plants and our packing process. While we can't control weather or how plants are cared for after arrival, we do guarantee that your plants will arrive healthy and in good condition. If there's an issue, just reach out and we're happy to help.
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