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Thymus doerfleri 'Bressingham'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 4 - 8 cm (2 - 3 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Thymus doerfleri 'Bressingham' (thyme) bears bright pink and fragrant blossoms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is greyish green in colour and evergreen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container, edging and ground cover.
Special Characteristics Thymus doerfleri 'Bressingham' attracts butterflies to your garden. Thymus doerfleri 'Bressingham' tolerates drought and moderate foot traffic, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.