Cat Thyme (Teucrium Marum) Seeds – Cat Crack, Mediterranean Germander, Silvery Foliage with Red-Purple Flowers

Cat Thyme (Teucrium Marum), also called Cat Crack or Mediterranean Germander, is a hardy perennial herb with silvery, aromatic foliage and vibrant red-purple flowers. Ideal for rock gardens, herb beds, and cat-friendly gardens, this plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.

Cat Thyme attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies and is low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and long-lasting. Its fragrant leaves can be used to enhance garden borders, attract cats, or create ornamental accents in mixed plantings.

Features

• Premium Non-GMO Teucrium Marum seeds
• Produces silvery aromatic foliage with red-purple flowers
• Hardy Mediterranean perennial, low-maintenance
• Drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun
• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Ideal for ornamental gardens, rock gardens, and cat-friendly planting areas
• Compact, aromatic, and visually striking

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Teucrium Marum
• Common Name (US): Cat Thyme, Cat Crack, Mediterranean Germander
• Plant Type: Perennial herb
• Flower Color: Red-Purple
• Foliage: Silvery, aromatic leaves
• Height: 8–12 inches (20–30 cm)
• Spread: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
• Bloom Season: Late spring to summer
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant
• Temperature Range: 50–85°F (10–29°C)
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–10
• Days to Germination: 14–28 days
• Seed Depth: Lightly cover seeds with ¼ inch soil
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Maintenance Level: Easy
• Uses: Ornamental herb gardens, rock gardens, cat-friendly planting, pollinator gardens, aromatic foliage

Planting Guide

• When to Sow: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or directly sow outdoors after frost.
• Seed Depth: Lightly cover seeds with ¼ inch of soil.
• Germination: Maintain soil at 65–75°F (18–24°C); germination occurs in 14–28 days.
• Light: Full sun for optimal foliage and flower production.
• Watering: Low to moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering.
• Spacing: Space seedlings 12–18 inches apart.
• Maintenance: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain compact growth; remove dead stems to encourage new growth.