Thymus 'Passion Pink' Thyme

Thymus ‘Passion Pink’ is a compact, low-growing culinary thyme valued for its vibrant pink flowers, aromatic foliage, and excellent garden performance. This variety forms a dense, spreading mat of small, fragrant leaves and produces an eye-catching flush of blooms that brighten garden edges and containers while drawing in pollinators.

In the kitchen, ‘Passion Pink’ offers the classic thyme flavor gardeners expect—earthy, savory, and aromatic—making it well suited for everyday cooking. Fresh or dried leaves can be used to season vegetables, meats, soups, stews, and roasted dishes, and the edible flowers add both flavor and color to salads and garnishes.

In the landscape, this thyme thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, tolerating heat, drought, and light foot traffic once established. Its tidy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for pathway edging, rock gardens, raised beds, and containers, where it can spill gently over edges and soften hard lines.

Plant Highlights

• Culinary thyme with excellent flavor
• Bright pink flowers attractive to pollinators
• Low-growing, spreading habit
• Aromatic foliage for fresh or dried use
• Drought tolerant once established
• Ideal for edging, containers, and rock gardens

Plant Details

• Botanical name: Thymus ‘Passion Pink’
• Common name: Passion Pink thyme
• Plant type: Perennial herb
• Mature size: 4–8 in. tall × 12–18 in. wide
• Flower color: Bright pink
• Bloom season: Late spring to early summer
• Foliage: Small, aromatic green leaves
• Sun exposure: Full sun
• Soil: Lean, well-draining soil
• Water needs: Low once established
• USDA Zones: 5–9

Culinary Uses

• Seasoning for roasted vegetables
• Flavoring for poultry, lamb, and pork
• Soups, stews, and sauces
• Herb butters and marinades
• Fresh or dried herb blends
• Edible flowers for garnishes and salads

Pairs Well With

• Rosemary
• Sage
• Lavender
• Oregano
• Garlic
• Lemon and citrus-based dishes

Best Uses

• Culinary herb gardens
• Edging along paths and beds
• Containers and raised planters
• Rock gardens and dry gardens
• Pollinator-friendly plantings