{"product_id":"prato-di-thymus-serpyllum-magic-carpet","title":"Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' lawn","description":"\u003cp\u003eThymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' is an evergreen perennial with dark green leaves that take on brownish tones in winter. It produces vibrant \u003cstrong\u003epink flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e and reaches a height of 5–10 cm. Ideal for low ground cover, it prefers sunny exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur lawns save over 80% of the irrigation and maintenance required for a traditional lawn. Try it to believe it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHalf tray of 30 plants (3 m²)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTray of 60 plants (6 m²)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCell diameter: 5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eLamiaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eGround cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eGreen, evergreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003ePink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 38px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 38px;\"\u003eFlowering period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 38px;\"\u003eMay, June, July\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eCold hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eDown to -15°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 18px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 18px;\"\u003eDrought tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 18px;\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eSalt tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eTread resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 38px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 38px;\"\u003eMaximum height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 38px;\"\u003e5–10 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eExposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eFull sun, partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDESCRIPTION OF THE LAWN ALTERNATIVE: THYMUS SERPYLLUM 'MAGIC CARPET'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"122\" data-start=\"87\"\u003eThymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet'\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCHARACTERISTICS OF THYMUS SERPYLLUM 'MAGIC CARPET'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery attractive to \u003cstrong data-end=\"373\" data-start=\"329\"\u003ebees, bumblebees and other pollinating insects\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt withstands severe winter temperatures down to approximately -15°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eThymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet'\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs perfectly with various other ground covers to create a variegated and hardy lawn. Together with \u003cstrong\u003eFrankenia laevis\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAchillea crithmifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e, it guarantees a lawn suitable even for the harshest climates. To enrich the garden with vibrant flowers, \u003cstrong\u003eVerbena hybrida\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eLippia nodiflora\u003c\/strong\u003e add bright colours and great adaptability. Remember, a variegated lawn is not only more beautiful, but also tends to be more resistant and versatile!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePLANTING AND MAINTENANCE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with most lawn alternatives, the best time to plant \u003cstrong\u003eThymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet'\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy following our recommended planting density (10 plants per square metre), the Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' lawn will fill in evenly within 8–12 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the establishment phase, the lawn will need to be watered infrequently but with abundant amounts of water. The \u003cstrong\u003ewatering frequency for Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet'\u003c\/strong\u003e during this initial phase should be assessed independently, ensuring that the soil is completely dry at a depth of 8–10 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the lawn has completed its first year, watering can be limited to once (or at most twice) a year. As for the \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance of Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet'\u003c\/strong\u003e, we recommend mowing 2 to 6 times throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSALES OF THYMUS SERPYLLUM 'MAGIC CARPET'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThymus 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can create the area you need by combining 6 m² trays and half 3 m² trays (30 plants). 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