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Lemon Creeping Thyme

Lemon Creeping Thyme

THYMUS x citriodorus 'Lemon Creeping'

Blooms Summer
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Common Name(s)
Lemon Scented Creeping Thyme
Sunlight
Full Sun (6+ hrs)
Watering
Let dry
Max Height
Up to 6"
Max Spread
12"-18"
Garden Design Role
Edging
Bloom Season
Summer
Lifespan
Perennial
Growing Habit
Mounding, Bushy, Compact
Drought Resistance
High drought resistance
Bloom Color
Pink
Foliage Color
Green, Lime Green, Variegated
Stem Color
Green
Genus
Thymus
Family
Lamiaceae
Ship Size
4"

Lemon Creeping Thyme (Thymus citriodorus ‘Lemon Creeping’) is a low-growing perennial herb valued for its bright lemon scent, variegated green and yellow foliage, and versatile garden use.

This mat-forming thyme spreads gently to create a fragrant ground cover, making it an excellent choice for borders, rock gardens, and sunny pathways. The aromatic leaves can be harvested fresh or dried to add citrusy flavor to vegetables, fish, poultry, and herbal blends.

Why you’ll love it:

  • Lemon-scented foliage with attractive variegation
  • Excellent ground cover for sunny, dry areas
  • Drought, coastal, and deer tolerant once established
  • Edible leaves for fresh or dried culinary use

Thriving in full sun with moderate to low water, creeping lemon thyme stays just 1–2 inches tall and blooms in summer with soft pink flowers. Hardy and low maintenance, it’s a beautiful, flavorful addition to edible and ornamental gardens alike.