Herbs: Thyme lawns, 1 by critterologist

critterologist wrote:
I've got Phlox subulata and creeping 'Translucent Golden' thyme growing together in a little rock garden at the ends of my and my neighbor's driveways. That's definitely a hot, dry area, but they do fine!

I like the combination of colors and textures, but I think it depends on the look you're going for... A solid swatch of just one kind of plant would look more formal, but you could also get a semi-formal effect by sticking to the phlox and lower-growing thymes, with fall and spring blooming crocus for seasonal color. I'd love to break up the expanse of our driveway with a planting strip! I think it'll work out well, whichever plants you choose.