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Thymus 'Bressingham Pink'

Thymus 'Bressingham Pink' is a beautiful low growing evergreen thyme admired for its soft green foliage and masses of bright pink flowers in summer. This hardy groundcover thrives in sunny well drained positions and is perfect for New Zealand gardens. It is ideal for rockeries paving gaps borders and dry areas where colour and low maintenance performance are desired.

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The average plant height is 3cm.
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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Perennials
Height:5 cm
Spread:30 cm
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Culinary, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Sku12628

How to grow Thymus 'Bressingham Pink' in NZ

To grow Thymus 'Bressingham Pink' in NZ, plant it in full sun in well drained soil. It performs best in light sandy or gravelly soils and dislikes heavy wet ground. Planting in spring or autumn encourages strong establishment. Water regularly during the first season, then only during extended dry periods once established.

Thymus 'Bressingham Pink' care tips

Thymus 'Bressingham Pink' is very easy to care for once established. Trim lightly after flowering to maintain a compact shape and encourage fresh growth. Avoid over watering as thyme prefers drier conditions. Feed lightly in spring if required. This hardy plant tolerates heat light frost and coastal exposure across NZ.

Thymus 'Bressingham Pink' size, spacing, and growth rate

Thymus 'Bressingham Pink' typically grows to around 10 to 15 cm tall and can spread up to 45 cm wide over time. Space plants approximately 30 to 40 cm apart for effective groundcover planting. It has a moderate growth rate and gradually forms a dense flowering mat that helps suppress weeds.

Landscaping uses for Thymus 'Bressingham Pink'

Thymus 'Bressingham Pink' is ideal for rock gardens between pavers edging pathways and as a low maintenance lawn alternative in small areas. Its bright pink flowers attract pollinators and add seasonal colour. It works beautifully in dry coastal gardens and modern landscapes where a hardy spreading groundcover is needed.

Why buy Thymus 'Bressingham Pink' from The Plant Company?

When you buy Thymus 'Bressingham Pink' from The Plant Company, you are choosing NZ’s most trusted plant nursery. Our herbs and groundcovers are grown for New Zealand conditions and selected for strength and performance. We supply healthy well established plants, provide expert growing advice, and offer reliable nationwide delivery so you can plant with confidence.

Questions and Answers

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Hi there, I am loooking to plant creeping thyme as a ground cover for a small urban northwest facing garden, 3m x 3m, how many plants would i need to cover this area? thanks

At least 9 for that sized area to cover the space.

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