Creeping Lemon Thyme
Creeping Lemon Thyme
3-5 Months Mature
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Plant Type: Thyme
Bloom Seasons: Summer
Suitable Hardiness Zones: 6, 7, 8, and 9
Biological Resistance: Pest Resistant (General)
Environmental Tolerance: Drought Tolerant and Rocky/Sandy Soil Tolerant
Attracts: Butterflies and Ladybugs & Pest Hunters
Special Features: Fragrant, Pet friendly, Walk-on Ground Cover, Trailing, and Year-Round Interest
Bloom Color: None
Foliage Color: Green and Lime Green
Sunlight Needs: Full Sun (6+ hrs/day)
Lifespan: Perennial
Mature Spread: 12"-18"
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About this Plant
Creeping Lemon 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.