Thymus x citriodorus 'Aureus' /Golden Lemon Thyme

Thymus x citriodorus 'Aureus'     / Thymus x citriodorus 'Aureus'
Golden Lemon Thyme in landscape planting with Ajuga
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Scientific Name: Thymus x citriodorus 'Aureus'
Common Name: Golden Lemon Thyme
Plant Type: Evergreen
Leaf Type: Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Determine Your Zone
Height: Under 1 foot
Spread: to 1 foot
Bloom time: Spring, Summer
Flower color: White
Light Exposure: Sun
Drainage: Well drained, Moist, Dry
Rate of Growth: Moderate
Water Requirement: Low
Maintenance Level: Low
Comments: This variegated form of Lemon thyme has yellow edged leaves. When hot summer days arrive, the golden edges almost disappear. The selection has a very strong lemon scent. Used fresh or dried in and wide variety of food preparation and beverages.