Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' is an evergreen perennial with dark green leaves that take on brownish tones in winter. It produces vibrant pink flowers and reaches a height of 5–10 cm. Ideal for low ground cover, it prefers sunny exposure.
Our lawns save over 80% of the irrigation and maintenance required for a traditional lawn. Try it to believe it!
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Format
Half tray of 30 plants (3 m²)
Tray of 60 plants (6 m²)
Cell diameter: 5 cm
Family
Lamiaceae
Type
Ground cover
Foliage
Green, evergreen
Flower colour
Pink
Flowering period
May, June, July
Cold hardiness
Down to -15°C
Drought tolerance
High
Salt tolerance
Moderate
Tread resistance
Moderate
Maximum height
5–10 cm
Exposure
Full sun, partial shade
DESCRIPTION OF THE LAWN ALTERNATIVE: THYMUS SERPYLLUM 'MAGIC CARPET'
Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' is a compact, fragrant ground cover, ideal for low-maintenance gardens. It forms a low, dense cushion of aromatic leaves that in late spring becomes covered with small, intensely pink flowers, highly decorative and loved by bees and butterflies.
CHARACTERISTICS OF THYMUS SERPYLLUM 'MAGIC CARPET'
Hardy and cold-resistant, it prefers sunny positions and well-drained soils. It tolerates drought well and requires little care. Perfect as a filler between stones, in rock gardens or borders, it withstands light foot traffic but is not suitable for areas of frequent passage.
Very attractive to bees, bumblebees and other pollinating insects.
It withstands severe winter temperatures down to approximately -15°C.
The Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' pairs perfectly with various other ground covers to create a variegated and hardy lawn. Together with Frankenia laevis and Achillea crithmifolia, it guarantees a lawn suitable even for the harshest climates. To enrich the garden with vibrant flowers, Verbena hybrida and Lippia nodiflora add bright colours and great adaptability. Remember, a variegated lawn is not only more beautiful, but also tends to be more resistant and versatile!
PLANTING AND MAINTENANCE
As with most lawn alternatives, the best time to plant Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' is early autumn. This choice allows you to make the most of the water provided by the approaching rainy season, but spring planting is equally suitable for the harmonious growth of the plants. If you plant the lawn in spring, you will need to allow for a few extra waterings during the first summer to support the plants as they establish.
By following our recommended planting density (10 plants per square metre), the Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' lawn will fill in evenly within 8–12 months.
During the establishment phase, the lawn will need to be watered infrequently but with abundant amounts of water. The watering frequency for Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' during this initial phase should be assessed independently, ensuring that the soil is completely dry at a depth of 8–10 cm.
Once the lawn has completed its first year, watering can be limited to once (or at most twice) a year. As for the maintenance of Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet', we recommend mowing 2 to 6 times throughout the year.
SALES OF THYMUS SERPYLLUM 'MAGIC CARPET'
Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' is sold in trays of 60 cells. For optimal coverage, we recommend a density of 10 plants per square metre, so each tray is designed to cover 6 m².
You can create the area you need by combining 6 m² trays and half 3 m² trays (30 plants). Remember that for areas over 100 m², we provide custom quotes tailored to your needs!
All you need is a tape measure and five minutes. Here’s how to figure out how many square meters (m²) you need for your lawn.
1. Measure the area to cover
Rectangle or square: length × width. Example: 5 m × 4 m = 20 m².
Triangle: base × height ÷ 2. Example: 6 m × 3 m ÷ 2 = 9 m².
Round flowerbed: radius × radius × 3.14. Example: 2 m radius → 2 × 2 × 3.14 = 12.5 m².
2. Irregularly shaped garden?
Divide it into rectangles and triangles, calculate each section, and add the results together. Then subtract areas that do not need to be planted: paths, patios, pools, and shrub beds.
3. Tools to help you
Tape measure or measuring wheel: the most accurate method, preferably with two people.
Google Maps on a computer: right-click on the garden → "Measure distance", then click along the edge until you close the shape. Google will show you the area in m².
Phone measurement app: iPhones have "Measure", and on Android you can find measurement apps that use the camera. Great for a quick estimate.
House floor plan: it often already includes the garden measurements.
By pacing it out: an adult step measures about 0.75 m. Useful for an initial calculation, but check it with a tape measure afterward.
4. Round up
Add an extra 5–10% for edges, curves, and small measurement errors. Then choose the next larger size or combine multiple sizes.
Example: 7 × 3 m garden = 21 m², minus a 1 × 3 m path = 18 m². With an extra 10%, you get about 20 m²: choose 24 m² or combine 12 + 6 + 3 m².
Still have questions?
Send us the measurements or a photo of the garden from the Contact page, or message us on WhatsApp: we’ll help you choose the right quantity.
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Rapid adoption
In bloom from April to October
Does not attract bees
Walkable and moderately passable by vehicles
Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' is an evergreen perennial with dark green leaves that take on brownish tones in winter. It produces vibrant pink flowers and reaches a height of 5–10 cm. Ideal for low ground cover, it prefers sunny exposure.
Our lawns save over 80% of the irrigation and maintenance required for a traditional lawn. Try it to believe it!
Rustic and cold-hardy, it prefers sunny and well-drained soils. It tolerates drought well and requires little care. Perfect as a filler between rocks, in rock gardens or borders, it withstands light foot traffic but is not suitable for areas of frequent passage.
Very attractive to bees, bumblebees and other pollinating insects.
It withstands severe winter temperatures, down to about -15°C.
Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' pairs perfectly with various groundcovers, creating a variegated and hardy lawn. Together with Frankenia laevis and Achillea crithmifolia, it guarantees a lawn suitable even for the harshest climates. To enrich the garden with vibrant blooms, Verbena hybrida and Lippia nodiflora add bright colors and great adaptability. Remember, a variegated lawn is not only more beautiful, but also tends to be more resistant and versatile!
As with most lawn alternatives, the best time to plant Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' is in early autumn. This is because you can make the most of the water provided by the approaching rainy season, but planting in spring is also a good option for encouraging the young plants to grow evenly. If you plant the lawn in spring, you will need to water it a little more during the first summer to support the young plants as they establish.
If you follow our recommended planting density of 10 plants per square metre), the Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' lawn will form an even cover within 8–12 months.
While the lawn is establishing, it should be watered infrequently but thoroughly. You should assess the watering needs of Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' during this initial stage, ensuring that the soil is completely dry at a depth of 8–10 cm.
After the lawn is one year old, watering may be limited to once (or at most twice) a year. As for maintaining Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet', we recommend mowing it 2 to 6 times a year.
Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' is sold in 60-cell trays. For optimal coverage, we recommend a density of 10 plants per square meter, so each tray is designed to cover 6 m².
You can achieve the area you need by combining 6 m² trays and half trays of 3 m² (30 plants). Remember that for areas over 100 m², we provide custom quotes tailored to your needs!
Shipping
Italy: delivery within 48/72 hours of shipping.
International: delivery within a maximum of 5 days.
We ship from Monday to Wednesday: so that the plants only travel on weekdays and do not sit in the courier's warehouses over the weekend. Orders received from Thursday to Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.
Packaging designed for live plants, to ensure they arrive in good condition.
When you receive the delivery or hold-for-collection notice, please collect the package as soon as possible: plants suffer if they remain closed in the box for too long.
Returns and damaged plants
Right of withdrawal within 14 days of receipt, as provided for by the Consumer Code. The product must be returned intact and in its original packaging; return shipping costs are borne by the customer.
Plant arrived damaged? Please let us know within 7 days of receipt, with a few photos of the plant and the packaging: we will assess a replacement or refund together.
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A traditional lawn is a fragile monoculture: it drinks thousands of liters of water every summer, needs mowing every week, and turns yellow as soon as you neglect it. An alternative lawn turns this logic on its head: instead of grasses, we use Mediterranean groundcovers selected in our nursery—low-growing, dense, and hardy plants born for hot, dry climates.
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The 4 steps for planting
FIRST STEP
Prepare the soil
Prepare the soil by removing weeds and loosening the top 25–30 cm
STEP 2
Divide the seedlings
Remove the tray and separate the seedlings with a knife or scissors
STEP 3
Settle them in
Space 10 seedlings per m². Plant them well, making sure to cover the entire growing medium.
STEP 4
Irrigation
Water thoroughly until the soil is saturated.
The land
Divide the seedlings
Make them your home
Irrigation
Alternative Lawn vs. Traditional Lawn
Why our alternative lawns are so special
Alternative Lawns
Traditional lawn
Irrigation
1-2 times a year
3-5 times a week
Haircuts
2-6 times a year
About 1 every two weeks.
Flowering
3-4 months
None
Walkability
High
High
Fun facts and much more about our alternative lawns
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