Thymus serpyllum 'Pink Chintz'

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9

Light: Full sun

Mature Size: 1" tall | 18" wide

Attracts: Bees and other pollinators

Bloom Time: Mid spring

Water Needs: Low once established

Soil: Well-drained soils; adaptable to sandy, gravelly, and clay soils

Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading evergreen groundcover

Flowers: Soft salmon-pink flowers forming a dense carpet of color in spring

Ideal For: Rock gardens, xeriscapes, between pavers, pathways, containers, low-water landscapes

Evergreen: Yes

Why We Love It:
‘Pink Chintz’ creeping thyme forms a dense mat of aromatic foliage that releases fragrance when brushed or stepped on, making it especially enjoyable along pathways and patios. In spring, the foliage becomes covered in soft salmon-pink blooms that create a colorful ground-hugging display. Extremely drought tolerant, durable, and easy to grow, it’s one of the best low-growing thymes for sunny waterwise landscapes and rock gardens.

Additional Info:
One of the earliest blooming creeping thymes and an excellent choice for planting between flagstones or along garden edges. Tolerates occasional light foot traffic once established. Deer and rabbit resistant, pollinator friendly, and adaptable to a wide range of well-drained soils.