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Lime Thyme

Lime Thyme

THYMUS x citriodorus 'Lime'

Blooms Summer
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Common Name(s)
Lime Thyme
Sunlight
Full Sun (6+ hrs)
Watering
Let dry
Max Height
6"–1'
Max Spread
6"-12"
Special Features
Ground cover
Garden Design Role
Edging
Bloom Season
Summer
Lifespan
Perennial
Growing Habit
Mounding, Bushy
Drought Resistance
High drought resistance
Bloom Color
Purple, Pink
Foliage Color
Lime Green, Green
Stem Color
Green, Purple/Black
Genus
Thymus
Family
Lamiaceae
Ship Size
4"

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.