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(Tetratheca thymifolia)
Thyme Pink-Bells (Tetratheca thymifolia)
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Photo by: Kiri Bee | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Kiri Bee | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2017-09-18T02:37:39-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Neyagawa, Japan
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 21" - 305" | 53" | Aquatic | Aquatic |
| • High Temp. | 69°F - 93°F | 91°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | 27°F - 53°F | 34°F | Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant | Excellent |
This plant may not grow well at your location - your precipitation is too high.
Summary
Tetratheca thymifolia, commonly known as Thyme Pink-Bells, is a perennial shrub native to open woodlands, heathlands, and scrub areas in Eastern Australia. It typically grows to a height of up to 1 meter (3 ft) with tough, wiry stems. The plant is characterized by its small, elliptic leaves and its distinctive pink to purple bell-shaped flowers, which are about 2.5 cm (1 inch) in diameter and emit a strong fragrance on hot days. The flowering season peaks in spring and autumn, and the flowers are quite showy, attracting various pollinators.
Thyme Pink-Bells is valued for its drought tolerance and the year-round floral display it provides, making it a suitable choice for rockeries, container gardens, and native plantings. It thrives in well-drained, acidic soils and can tolerate light frosts, making it a resilient choice for gardeners in regions with mild climates. While it prefers full sun to part shade, it requires low amounts of water once established, which is beneficial for water-wise gardening.CC BY-SA 4.0
Thyme Pink-Bells is valued for its drought tolerance and the year-round floral display it provides, making it a suitable choice for rockeries, container gardens, and native plantings. It thrives in well-drained, acidic soils and can tolerate light frosts, making it a resilient choice for gardeners in regions with mild climates. While it prefers full sun to part shade, it requires low amounts of water once established, which is beneficial for water-wise gardening.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: 1.5-2 feet
- Width: 1.4-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Pink
- Flowering Season: Winter, Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
Native to open woodlands, heathlands, and scrub areas in Eastern Australia
Other Names
Common Names: Black-Eyed Susan
Scientific Names: Tetratheca thymifolia, Tetratheca ericifolia var. thymifolia, Tetratheca thymifolia var. angustifolia, Tetratheca thymifolia var. latifolia, Tetratheca thymifolia f. latifolia, Tetratheca thymifolia var. hebecarpum, Tetratheca thymifolia var. leiocarpum
GBIF Accepted Name: Tetratheca thymifolia Sm.