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Lime Thyme

Lime Thyme

THYMUS x citriodorus 'Lime'

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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, Bees, and Ladybugs & Pest Hunters

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About this Plant

Lime Thyme (Thymus x citriodorus Lime) is a refreshing and high-performance citrus herb that brings a unique, bright aroma to the garden. Unlike the more common Lemon Thyme, this variety offers a distinct, zesty lime scent and flavor, making it a favorite for gourmet chefs and mixologists alike. It features small, vibrant lime-green leaves held on a semi-prostrate, mounding plant that creates a lush, aromatic carpet in sunny spots.

This organic specialty herb is a professional-grade choice for both the kitchen and the landscape. Its tidy, spreading habit makes it an excellent "filler" between stepping stones, a fragrant groundcover, or a cascading "spiller" for mixed herb containers. In summer, it produces delicate clusters of tiny lavender flowers that are a magnet for honeybees and beneficial insects. You will receive a healthy 4" plant, grown with organic practices and ready to add a bright, citrusy twist to your seafood, poultry, or summer beverages.

Why you’ll love it:

  • Unique Citrus Aroma: Features a potent, refreshing lime scent that is more rare and refined than standard thymes.
  • Organic Edible: Grown using organic practices, ensuring clean foliage for culinary use in marinades, teas, and desserts.
  • Versatile Habit: Forms a dense, low-growing mat that suppresses weeds and spills beautifully over container edges.
  • Drought & Heat Tolerant: Thrives in hot, sunny conditions and requires very little water once established.
  • Pollinator Magnet: Lavender summer blooms provide a vital nectar source for bees and butterflies.

This 4" healthy live plant thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soil to remain healthy. Like most Mediterranean herbs, it prefers to dry out slightly between waterings and does not tolerate soggy roots. To encourage the most fragrant growth and a bushy, professional appearance, harvest the tips regularly and lightly trim back after the summer flowering. Lime Thyme is the ultimate choice for the gardener seeking organic, high-impact fragrance and utility in a convenient 4" size.