Golden Lime Ornamental Thyme Plant - 4 inch pot

Golden Lime Thyme (Thymus × citriodorus ‘Lime’) is a delightful herb that can add both fragrance and beauty to your garden. Here are some details about this lovely plant:

1. Appearance:

   • It is an erect, bushy, woody-based perennial that typically grows 4-12 inches tall.
   • The stems branch upward, creating a compact form.
   • The leaves are tiny, narrowly ovate, and dark green.

2. Characteristics:

   • Hardiness: Golden Lime Thyme is a perennial plant that thrives in Zones 5-11.
   • Flower Color: The flowers are light pink.
   • Sunlight: It prefers full sun.
   • Evergreen: The leaves remain green throughout the year.
   • Water Conservation: Golden Lime Thyme is relatively drought-tolerant.
   • Uses:
     • Fragrance: The lemon-scented leaves release their delightful aroma when touched or brushed against.
     • Ground Cover: It makes an excellent ground cover, filling in spaces under other plants.

3. Pairing Ideas:

   • Plant Golden Lime Thyme alongside gray-leaved Greek Sage (Salvia fruticosa) to create a beautiful combination. The white flowers of the sage will contrast nicely with the bright green, lime-colored leaves of the thyme.
   • Consider using it in rock gardens, containers, or as an edging plant.

Remember that Golden Lime Thyme is primarily ornamental and not recommended for culinary purposes.