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Thymus 'Creeping Lemon'

Also Known As

  • Thymus x citrodorus 'Creeping Lemon'
  • Creeping Lemon Thyme

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 4"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Thymus 'Creeping Lemon' plant details

Thymus 'Creeping Lemon' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb with variegated foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thymus 'Creeping Lemon'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen variegated
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 4 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: mat-forming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus 'Creeping Lemon'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

I don't know any other plant with a variegation quite like this, unique and very lovely. The new growth is boldly marked with bright yellow sectors that are often flushed with varying shades of red and orange. The display fades to green over the course of the summer, but the effect is is still brighter and longer lasting than most flowers.Zone 5

Gardening facts about Thymus 'Creeping Lemon' plant

How to Grow Thymus 'Creeping Lemon'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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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
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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover, Herb

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 4"-8"

Width: 10"-16"

  • sun
  • regular - low
  • dry in summer
Photo of Thymus 'Fragrantissimus' flower by Kurt Stueber
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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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