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Thymus 'Lime'

Also Known As

  • Thymus citriodorus 'Lime'
  • Lime Thyme

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 2"-6"
  • W: 12"-48"

planting zones

  • 5a-9a

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Thymus 'Lime' plant details

Thymus 'Lime' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial herb with chartreuse foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thymus 'Lime'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen chartreuse
Mature size: 12 IN - 48 IN - wide, 2 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus 'Lime'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Chartreuse-yellow leaves all year; dense
Similar to above, but not as sweetly-scented leaves. Leaves are a bright lime-green. Hardy to 5 °F. Garden origin.
Spreading tender perennial with white flowers in summer..growing 1-2 inches making it a good choice for ground cover or between stones..pale lime green foliage.

Gardening facts about Thymus 'Lime' plant

How to Grow Thymus 'Lime'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • chartreuse
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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