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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Looking for creeping thyme for sale in New Zealand? Discover our thriving selection of creeping thyme varieties, perfect for transforming your garden into a lush, aromatic haven. Creeping thyme is a favourite with Kiwi gardeners for its versatility, low maintenance, and delightful fragrance. Whether you’re after an attractive groundcover, a charming addition to pathways, or a pollinator-friendly plant, creeping thyme effortlessly fills every role. On this page, you’ll find everything you need to know before choosing creeping thyme for sale—from ideal growing conditions to the specific colours and varieties available for your landscape.

Coprosma kirkii 'variegata'

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Coprosma kirkii 'Variegata' is a hardy NZ native groundcover shrub admired for its trailing habit and attractive variegated foliage of green edged with cream. This evergreen plant provides year round colour and texture while suppressing weeds and covering bare ground. Naturally tough and adaptable, it thrives in coastal conditions, exposed sites, and light frost. Coprosma kirkii 'Variegata' is both practical and decorative in NZ gardens and landscapes.

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Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Groundcover Plants

Height: 60 cm

Spread: 1.50 m

Flowering time: Spring

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock

Victory Gold - 1 Litre

Victory Gold is an herbicide used to control many types of broadleaf weeds in lawns. Susceptible weeds include: cape daisy, catsear, chickweed, clovers, cotula, cudweed, daisy, dandelion, dichondra, dock, hawkbit, hawksbeard, hydrocotyle, mallow, mayweed, nettles, onehunga weed, oxalis (creeping), parsley piert, plantain, pearlwort, penny royal, ragwort, shepherds purse, sorrel, storksbill, thistles, twincress, and wireweed. Moderately susceptible weeds Include: buttercup, selfheal, yarrow. Resistant weeds include: all grasses and speedwells. For the most effective results applications should be made during active growth using a rate of 12 ml of Victory Gold per litre of water. Please read the instructions carefully before using this product.

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Why Choose Creeping Thyme?

Creeping thyme is celebrated for its hardy nature and stunning carpet effect. It’s drought-tolerant, thrives in well-drained soil, and is suitable for both sunny and lightly shaded spots. As it grows, creeping thyme forms a neat mat of foliage covered in small, colourful blossoms through spring and summer, attracting bees and beneficial insects. It’s a practical, beautiful solution for suppressing weeds, filling gaps between pavers, edging borders, or creating vibrant ground cover in rock gardens.

Varieties of Creeping Thyme for Sale

We offer a diverse range of creeping thyme varieties to suit every garden style. Explore the vibrant hues and unique characteristics of these top picks:

Thymus praecox Coccineus (Red Creeping Thyme): Boasting brilliant red flowers, this variety is ideal for bold colour and texture along pathways and patios.
Thymus praecox Albiflorus (White Creeping Thyme): For a softer finish, the delicate white blooms add a luminous touch to your garden design.
Thymus coccineus: Known for its robust growth and striking purple-pink blooms, this thyme is a fantastic choice for groundcover and bee-friendly gardens.
Thymus Ruby Carpet (Creeping Thyme Ruby Carpet): With an almost magenta hue, Ruby Carpet offers a rich, vibrant look for borders and open areas.
Thymus serpyllum Coccineus: Another stunning option, this species delivers a profusion of intense flowers, ideal for low-maintenance, colourful lawns.

Planting and Care Tips

If you’re purchasing creeping thyme for sale, it’s good to know it establishes quickly in most garden settings. Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil—thyme dislikes damp, heavy conditions. Plant seedlings 30–40cm apart for a dense mat effect. Water lightly after planting, then only as needed, since thyme is naturally drought-resistant. Minimal pruning is required; simply trim after flowering to encourage new growth. Creeping thyme is resistant to most pests and diseases, making it the perfect choice for organic gardens and easy-care landscapes.

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Ready to add a touch of beauty and functionality to your garden? Browse our full range of creeping thyme for sale and enjoy professional advice alongside healthy, locally grown plants. Whether you prefer pinks, reds, or whites, or want to mix varieties for a vivid tapestry, we have the right thyme for your needs. Take a look at our top selections, including Thymus praecox Coccineus (Red Creeping Thyme), Thymus praecox Albiflorus (White Creeping Thyme), and more—your pathway to a vibrant, resilient garden starts here.

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