Thymus 'Lemon Variegated'

Also Known As

Lemon Variegated Thyme

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, herb

size

H: 2"-6"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

5a-10b

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Thymus 'Lemon Variegated' plant details

Thymus 'Lemon Variegated' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover herb with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thymus 'Lemon Variegated'

Plant type: perennial groundcover herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 2 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus 'Lemon Variegated'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, pollution
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This lemon thyme has lovely lemon-scented, glossy green and gold leaves and clusters of tiny, lavender pink blossoms. This upright thyme is essentially a woody, low-growing shrub. It is evergreen and brings its wonderful scent to the ornamental or herb garden. It is also great in containers. Attractive to bees.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Pretty little thyme with a bright lemon fragrance and flavor that makes it excellent for cooking, and neat yellow variegated edge to each leaf that makes it equally wonderful in a rock garden, trough, or creeping between pavers on patio or path. Zone 5