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Orange Thyme

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Orange Thyme

Herb

Thymus fragrantissimus

  • Full sun
  • Zones 5–9
  • 90 days to maturity
  • Herbs
  • 12" spacing
  • Low water
  • Perennial
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  • Overview

    Upright, branching plants produce gray-green leaves. The aroma is sharp and citrus-like. Orange Thyme is distinctly sweeter and less pungent than German Winter and Summer thyme. Growth habit and winter hardiness are similar to Summer thyme. Tender perennial in Zones 6-8. Also known as Orangelo thyme.

  • Planting

    Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow after last frost date

  • Growing

    Sun: full. Water: low. Soil: Well-draining loam or sandy soil, slightly acidic to neutral. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.