To plant creeping thyme successfully, follow these steps to ensure it thrives:
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Prepare the Hole: Dig a hole that is slightly larger than the root ball of your creeping thyme plant. This gives the roots room to expand.
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Loosen the Roots: Gently tease out the roots of the creeping thyme plant. This encourages them to grow outward into the surrounding soil.
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Position the Plant: Place the root ball into the prepared hole. Ensure the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
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Backfill and Tamp: Backfill the hole with soil, carefully filling in around the roots. Lightly tamp the soil around the base of the plant with your fingers to ensure good contact between the roots and the soil. Avoid compacting the soil too much.
Following these steps, along with providing adequate sunlight and well-drained soil, will help your creeping thyme establish and spread effectively. You can find more detailed instructions and tips at Martha Stewart's guide to creeping thyme lawns.
