Thymus 'Golden King'

Also Known As

Thymus x citriodorus 'Golden King'
Thymus x citriodorus 'Variegata'
Golden Thyme
Variegated Lemon Thyme

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, herb

size

H: 9"-12"
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Thymus 'Golden King' plant details

Thymus 'Golden King' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial groundcover herb with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring and summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thymus 'Golden King'

Plant type: perennial groundcover herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 9 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus 'Golden King'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pink flowers. Yellow & green foliage.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Aromatic ground cover with lemon-scented, evergreen leaves, green with golden edges. Pretty and edible, too. To only 9-12" tall forming clumps to 12 inches and growing quickly. Easily sheared for shape. Happy in sun to part shade in poor soil with little summer water. What's not to love. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5.