Golden Lemon Thyme is a culinary evergreen shrub grown for its dense lemon scented and flavored foliage with golden edges. Its stems are thin yet woody, cut back in early spring to encourage new growth. Fragrant lavender flowers bloom in summer attracting butterflies. Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Golden Lemon Thyme is tolerant of light foot traffic and drought.
Lemon Thyme's leaves can be used as an antiseptic and disinfectant. Essential oils from the leaves are less of an irritant than other Thymes and is often used for aromatherapy for asthma and other respiratory issues.*
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Type: |
Shrub, Herb |
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Height: |
- 0.5' |
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Spread: |
0.5’ - 1' |
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Spacing: |
1' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
6 - 9 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Purple |
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Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance plant.
LANDSCAPE USES: Mass Plantings, Medicine Garden, Kitchen, Cottage Gardens, Containers, Pollinator Garden, Ground Cover, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Cabbage, Tomatoes
IMAGE: (c)2006 Derek Ramsey (Ram-Man) / CC BY-SA (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.5)
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
*ServeScape does not take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Always seek advice from a professional before using a plant medicinally.
