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Pink Chintz Creeping Thyme

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Pink Chintz Creeping Thyme (Thymus serpyllum 'Pink Chintz')

Pink Chintz Creeping Thyme (Thymus serpyllum 'Pink Chintz') is a low-growing, fast-spreading ground cover prized for its dense, fuzzy foliage and soft salmon-pink flowers. This drought-tolerant variety is ideal for pathways, rock gardens, and borders, where it adds texture, fragrance, and seasonal color.

Distinctive Features

'Pink Chintz' forms a dense mat of tiny, gray-green, fuzzy leaves that release a pleasant scent when crushed. In early summer, it produces masses of small, soft pink flowers that attract bees and butterflies. This variety grows 1 to 2 inches tall and spreads up to 18 inches, making it a perfect choice for filling gaps between stepping stones, cascading over walls, or acting as a lawn substitute in low-traffic areas.

Growing Conditions

  • Sun Exposure: Full sun.
  • Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy, or rocky soil.
  • Water: Low water needs; highly drought-tolerant once established.
  • Humidity: Prefers dry to moderate humidity.
  • USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9, making it widely adaptable.

Ideal Uses

  • Ground Cover: Forms a dense, weed-suppressing mat.
  • Pathways and Walkways: Can tolerate light foot traffic.
  • Rock Gardens: Thrives in dry, well-drained soils.
  • Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
  • Container Gardens: Spills gracefully over edges.

Low Maintenance Care

Pink Chintz Creeping Thyme is an easy-care perennial that thrives with minimal upkeep.

  • Watering: Water occasionally during prolonged dry periods.
  • Pruning: Trim lightly after flowering to maintain shape.
  • Fertilizing: Minimal feeding required; thrives in lean soils.
  • Pest and Disease Resistance: Deer and rabbit resistant.
  • Winter Care: Evergreen in mild climates; may go dormant in colder regions.

Why Choose Pink Chintz Creeping Thyme?

Pink Chintz Creeping Thyme is a durable, low-maintenance ground cover that enhances gardens with its unique foliage, delicate flowers, and resilience.

  • Soft Salmon-Pink Blooms: Provides subtle yet beautiful color.
  • Fragrant, Fuzzy Foliage: Releases a pleasant herbal scent.
  • Pollinator-Friendly: A valuable nectar source for bees.
  • Drought-Tolerant and Hardy: Thrives in dry, sunny conditions.
  • Low Maintenance: Requires little attention once established.

For a fragrant, fast-spreading ground cover that thrives in dry, sunny landscapes, Pink Chintz Creeping Thyme (Thymus serpyllum 'Pink Chintz') is an outstanding choice.

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  • All online orders can be picked up at our garden center, located at 45 Route 206 in Chester, New Jersey. Please remember to bring your order number and a valid photo ID with you.
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