Thymus Orange Spice™
Scientific Name: Thymus 'TM95'
Also Known As
- Thymus 'Spicy Orange'
- Thymus vulgaris 'Spicy Orange'
- Creeping Orange Thyme
- Spicy Orange Common Thyme
- Spicy Orange English Thyme
Plant type
perennial, groundcover, herb
size
- H: 2"-4"
- W: 8"-24"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Thymus Orange Spice™ plant details
Thymus Orange Spice™ is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover herb with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Thymus Orange Spice™
- Plant type: perennial groundcover herb
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 8 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
- Uses: culinary, edible, fragrant, fragrant foliage
GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus Orange Spice™
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Thymus Orange Spice™ plant
How to Grow Thymus Orange Spice™
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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