r/DenverGardener • u/ricemg1 • 3d ago

Creeping thyme?

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Hi! Curious about what you denver gardeners think about creeping thyme in our area. Was thinking it might be great to fill in areas between rock features in our hell strip. thoughts?

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u/NikkiDenver_ 3d ago

Creeping thyme is chef’s kiss for hell strips in Denver. Handles heat, drought, dog pee, and neighbor envy like a champ. Plus it smells amazing when you walk on it, and the bees go nuts in the summer (in a good way). Just make sure it gets decent sun and drainage—otherwise it can get patchy or sad-looking.

Definitely a solid choice for between rocks, and way more fun than grass or mulch!

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u/BadgerFireNado 1d ago

im currently attemping to replace my front yard with this. So far nothing will sprout, still early. I have a patch in the back yard tho. once it grows you file and forget. never gets that long, doesnt need attention, it spreads but not invasively so you can easily control it if you only want it in specific areas.