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Genus: Thymus citriodorus
Common Name: Lime Thyme
Description: Spreading tender perennial with white flowers in summer..growing 1-2 inches making it a good choice for ground cover or between stones..pale lime green foliage.
Bloom Time: Late Spring/Early to Mid Summe
Size: 6" tall
Growth Rate:
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Zone 5-8
Soil: pH 5.6 to 7.8 acidic to mildly
Uses: This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds.
Lime Thyme