Lemon Gold Thyme

Thymus X Citriodorus 'Aureus'

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Overview

Lemon Gold Thyme (Thymus x citriodorus 'Aureus') is a fragrant, evergreen perennial that showcases golden-yellow foliage with a pleasant lemon scent. This hardy groundcover reaches up to 6 inches in height and spreads 12-18 inches wide, thriving in full sun to partial shade. Zones 5-9, it requires well-drained soil and minimal water once established, and it's excellent for borders, rock gardens, or culinary use. Deer-resistant and attracts pollinators.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–9Climate Mediterranean

Lemon Gold Thyme (Thymus X Citriodorus 'Aureus') — Lemon Gold Thyme (Thymus x citriodorus 'Aureus') is a fragrant

Lemon Gold Thyme (Thymus X Citriodorus 'Aureus') — evergreen perennial that showcases golden-yellow foliage with a pleasant lemon scent

Lemon Gold Thyme (Thymus X Citriodorus 'Aureus') — This hardy groundcover reaches up to 6 inches in height and spreads 12-18 inches wide

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Lemon Gold Thyme (Thymus X Citriodorus 'Aureus') — Lemon Gold Thyme (Thymus x citriodorus 'Aureus') is a fragrant

Lemon Gold Thyme (Thymus X Citriodorus 'Aureus') — evergreen perennial that showcases golden-yellow foliage with a pleasant lemon scent

Lemon Gold Thyme (Thymus X Citriodorus 'Aureus') — This hardy groundcover reaches up to 6 inches in height and spreads 12-18 inches wide

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