Ideal Temperature for Creeping thyme

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Creeping thyme(Thymus serpyllum)
Creeping thyme(Thymus serpyllum)

Signs of Cold Temperatures in Creeping thyme

Symptoms

Creeping thyme tolerates cold well and flourishes when temperatures are above 60℉. In winter, it needs to stay above 50℉. If the temperature drops below 32℉, while no immediate winter changes might be seen, spring may bring reduced or absent new growth.

Solutions

In spring, remove any sections that have not sprouted.

Signs of Hot Temperatures in Creeping thyme

Symptoms

In summer, Creeping thyme should be maintained below 75℉. When temperatures go above 85℉, the plant's leaves might lighten, curl easily, suffer from sun damage, and in extreme cases, the whole plant could wilt and dry out.

Solutions

Remove any parts that are sun-damaged and dried. Relocate the plant to a spot offering protection from midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth. Water the plant in the morning and evening to maintain soil moisture.

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