Pink Chintz Thyme

Thymus 'Pink Chintz'

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Overview

Thymus 'Pink Chintz', aka Pink Chintz Thyme, is an evergreen, low-growing perennial, reaching heights of 1-2 inches and spreading 12-18 inches. It exhibits woolly, oval foliage and blooms with salmon-pink flowers in early spring, inviting pollinators. This drought-tolerant groundcover thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, perfect for rock gardens, pathways, and as a lawn alternative. Hardy in zones 4-9, it's also deer-resistant and emits a pleasant aroma when tread upon.

Sun FullWater LowZones 5–8Climate Mediterranean

Pink Chintz Thyme (Thymus 'Pink Chintz') — reaching heights of 1-2 inches and spreading 12-18 inches

Pink Chintz Thyme (Thymus 'Pink Chintz') — It exhibits woolly, oval foliage and blooms with salmon-pink flowers in early spring, inviting pollinators

Pink Chintz Thyme (Thymus 'Pink Chintz') — This drought-tolerant groundcover thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

Pink Chintz Thyme (Thymus 'Pink Chintz') — and as a lawn alternative

Pink Chintz Thyme (Thymus 'Pink Chintz') — Hardy in zones 4-9, it's also deer-resistant and emits a pleasant aroma when tread upon

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 5–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Pink Chintz Thyme (Thymus 'Pink Chintz') — reaching heights of 1-2 inches and spreading 12-18 inches

Pink Chintz Thyme (Thymus 'Pink Chintz') — It exhibits woolly, oval foliage and blooms with salmon-pink flowers in early spring, inviting pollinators

Pink Chintz Thyme (Thymus 'Pink Chintz') — This drought-tolerant groundcover thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

Pink Chintz Thyme (Thymus 'Pink Chintz') — and as a lawn alternative

Pink Chintz Thyme (Thymus 'Pink Chintz') — Hardy in zones 4-9, it's also deer-resistant and emits a pleasant aroma when tread upon

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