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thyme plants for sale nz

Are you searching for fresh thyme plants for sale NZ? You've come to the right place. Thyme is a beloved, versatile herb that's perfect for Kiwi gardens—whether you want delicious flavour for your kitchen, hardy groundcovers, or bee-friendly blooms. Discover the best selection of thyme plants suited to New Zealand’s climate right here, and enjoy an aromatic, low-maintenance addition to your herb garden.

Rosmarinus officinalis 'Mozart' shrubs in a border garden covered in blue flowers.

Rosmarinus 'Mozart'

Rosmarinus 'Mozart' is a highly aromatic rosemary variety admired for its compact growth habit and striking blue mauve flowers that appear throughout much of the year in New Zealand gardens. Its fine textured foliage releases strong culinary fragrance when touched, making it popular for cooking, edging and Mediterranean landscapes.

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From $22.01

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 80 cm

Spread: 95 cm

Flowering time: Spring, Winter

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Culinary, Hedging, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas

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

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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From $16.95

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Perennials

Height: 8 cm

Spread: 60 cm

Flowering time: Summer

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Culinary, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

Why Grow Thyme in New Zealand?

Thyme is one of the easiest and most rewarding herbs to grow in New Zealand. It thrives in well-drained soils, tolerates drought, and is resistant to most pests. Whether you have a sunny border, patio pots, or dry garden banks, thyme spreads beautifully, releasing fragrance with every brushing touch. Its dainty pink or purple flowers attract beneficial bees and other pollinators too.

Explore Our Range of Thyme Plants

We’re proud to offer a wide selection of thyme plants for sale NZ gardeners can count on for reliability and top flavour. From classic culinary thymes to ornamental varieties, there’s a thyme for every need.

Thymus citriodorus Aurea (Citrus Thyme) features golden-edged foliage with a refreshing citrus scent. It’s fantastic for edible landscaping and brightening up borders.
If you love soft texture and want an unusual look, Thymus lanuginosus (Woolly Thyme) forms a silvery, soft mat that’s perfect between pavers or as living mulch.
For a robust, aromatic groundcover, Thymus pulegioides (Large Wild Thyme) is a classic, known for its vigorous growth and powerful scent.
If you’re after dense, emerald-green carpets that can tolerate light foot traffic, Thymus Emerald Carpet (Thyme Emerald Carpet) is an excellent choice.
For zesty, citrus notes in the kitchen, Thymus citriodorus (Lemon Thyme) brings both beauty and flavour, with its fresh lemon fragrance and nectar-rich blooms.

Growing Tips for Thyme

Thyme prefers a spot with full sun and well-drained soil. Add a little sand or gravel when planting, and avoid overwatering—thyme doesn’t like wet feet. Trim it lightly after flowering to keep it bushy and neat. Most varieties are evergreen in NZ gardens, providing year-round interest and harvests.

Uses for Thyme in the Garden and Kitchen

Thyme is wonderful in so many ways. Culinary varieties like lemon thyme are superb with lamb, chicken, roast veggies, or in soups and stews. Ornamental thymes provide fantastic ground cover, fill gaps between pavers, and help prevent erosion on sunny slopes. Thyme’s flowers also boost pollinator numbers, supporting a healthy vegetable garden.

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Discover the convenience of ordering your thyme plants for sale NZ-wide, direct to your door or ready for nursery collection. Browse our full range of Thymus citriodorus Aurea (Citrus Thyme), Thymus lanuginosus (Woolly Thyme), Thymus pulegioides (Large Wild Thyme), Thymus Emerald Carpet (Thyme Emerald Carpet), and Thymus citriodorus (Lemon Thyme), and grow a flavourful, beautiful New Zealand garden this season.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

thyme plants for sale nz

Rosmarinus 'Mozart'

Thymus pseudolanuginosus

Did you find what you are looking for?

Why Grow Thyme in New Zealand?

Explore Our Range of Thyme Plants

Growing Tips for Thyme

Uses for Thyme in the Garden and Kitchen

Shop Thyme Plants for Sale NZ Wide

Contact us

Explore Garden Inspiration

thyme plants for sale nz

Rosmarinus 'Mozart'

Thymus pseudolanuginosus

Did you find what you are looking for?

Why Grow Thyme in New Zealand?

Explore Our Range of Thyme Plants

Growing Tips for Thyme

Uses for Thyme in the Garden and Kitchen

Shop Thyme Plants for Sale NZ Wide

Contact us

Explore Garden Inspiration

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