Thymus pseudolanuginosus (Woolly Thyme) Hosta making it great for short

making it great for short growing seasons in colder climates

A drought tolerant evergreen ground cover

Deadheading of the first round of blooms in midsummer will encourage another flush into late summer

or Phlox stolonifera 'Blue Moon'

Thymus pseudolanuginosus (Woolly Thyme) Hosta making it great for shortYou could knit a sweater out of this stuff! Tiny felted gray leaves form a low cushy mat to a height of 2 3" with occasional tiny pink flowers in summer. A drought tolerant evergreen ground cover, Thyme is perfect as a low maintenance lawn substitute, in the rock garden, or planted between stepping stones. Provide full sun and well drained soil, avoiding wet feet at all times. Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 9