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Spicy Orange Thyme

Spicy Orange Thyme

THYMUS x citriodorus 'Spicy Orange'

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Common Name(s)
Spicy Orange Thyme, Creeping Thyme
Sunlight
Full Sun (6+ hrs)
Perennial Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Watering
Let dry
Max Height
Up to 6"
Max Spread
6"-12"
Special Features
Ground cover
Garden Design Role
Ground cover
Bloom Season
Summer
Fruiting Season
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Lifespan
Perennial
Growing Habit
Ground cover
Drought Resistance
High drought resistance
Bloom Color
Pink, Purple
Foliage Color
Green
Stem Color
Purple/Black
Themes
Pretty in Pink
Genus
Thymus
Family
Lamiaceae
Ship Size
4"

Spicy Orange Thyme (Thymus citriodorus ‘Spicy Orange’) is a low-growing perennial herb prized for its warm citrus aroma and subtle spicy-orange flavor.

This versatile thyme features compact growth and fragrant foliage that can be harvested fresh or dried for cooking. Its spreading habit makes it ideal for borders, ground cover, rock gardens, containers, and even areas with light foot traffic.

Why you’ll love it:

  • Unique spicy orange scent and citrus flavor
  • Excellent for culinary use, fresh or dried
  • Drought, coastal, and deer tolerant once established
  • Low-growing and suitable for ground cover and containers

Thriving in full sun with moderate to low water, Spicy Orange Thyme stays just 2–4 inches tall and spreads 9–12 inches wide. Soft lavender-pink blooms appear in spring through summer, attracting butterflies while adding fragrance and flavor to the garden.

Spicy Orange Thyme