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Creeping Lemon Thyme

Creeping Lemon Thyme

THYMUS x citriodorus 'Lemon Creeping'

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  • Full Sun (6+ hrs/day)
  • Perennial
  • Mature Spread:

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Bloom Seasons: Summer

Pest Resistance: Pest Resistant (General)

Environmental Tolerance: Drought Tolerant and Rocky/Sandy Soil Tolerant

Attracts Butterflies and Ladybugs & Pest Hunters

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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.