Thymus nitens
Also Known As
- Thyme
Plant type
perennial, groundcover, herb
size
- H: 4"-10"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Thymus nitens plant details
Thymus nitens is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover herb with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Thymus nitens
- Plant type: perennial groundcover herb
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN - 10 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus nitens
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Thymus nitens plant
How to Grow Thymus nitens
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - low
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Herb
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 3"-6"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun
- drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Herb
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-6"
Width: 1'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Thymus fragrantissimus, Orange Scented Thyme, Orange Thyme
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Herb
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 10"-16"
- sun
- regular - low
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Herb
Zones
4a-11
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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