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Looking to buy creeping thyme NZ gardeners love for creating lush, low-maintenance groundcovers? You’re in the right place. Creeping thyme is a fantastic addition to New Zealand gardens, valued for its aromatic foliage, abundant flowers, and versatility. Whether you want to soften pathway edges, fill gaps between pavers, or create a vibrant living mulch that attracts bees, creeping thyme is a perfect choice for both sunny and partially shaded spots.

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Thymus citriodorus 'Aurea' (Citrus Thyme)

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Thymus citriodorus 'Aurea' is a beautiful golden leaved form of Lemon Thyme valued for its fragrant foliage, culinary uses, and ornamental appeal. The bright golden green leaves release a refreshing lemon scent when touched and provide year round colour in the garden. Small flowers appear during summer and attract bees and other beneficial insects.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Herbs
Height: 10 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Culinary, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
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Thymus pseudolanuginosus

Thymus pseudolanuginosus (Woolly Thyme) is a charming low growing groundcover admired for its soft grey green foliage and delicate summer flowers. This hardy evergreen herb forms a dense mat that thrives in sunny well drained positions.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 5 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Culinary, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Thymus citriodorus 'Aurea' (Citrus Thyme)

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Why Choose Creeping Thyme for Your NZ Garden?

Creeping thyme is celebrated for its dense, low-growing habit, making it a go-to groundcover for Kiwi gardeners. It suppresses weeds effectively, tolerates light foot traffic, and boasts clusters of small flowers that burst into colour from late spring through summer. The foliage releases a lovely fragrance when touched or walked on, adding sensory delight to patios and walkways. Plus, creeping thyme is drought-tolerant and easy to grow, thriving in well-drained soils and requiring little ongoing care.

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Our Range of Creeping Thyme Varieties

We offer several varieties to suit every colour palette and garden style:

How to Plant and Care for Creeping Thyme

Creeping thyme thrives in sunny to lightly shaded locations with well-drained soil. Simply space plants 20 to 30 centimetres apart for fast coverage. Water young plants until established, then enjoy their drought resilience. Creeping thyme rarely needs fertilising and can be sheared lightly after flowering to keep it neat.

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