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Thymus citriodorus ‘Doone Valley’ (Lemon Thyme)

Lemon Thyme 'Doone Valley', Citrus Thyme 'Doone Valley', Thymus 'Doone Valley'

Thymus citriodorus 'Doone Valley', Lemon Thyme 'Doone Valley', Citrus Thyme 'Doone Valley', Thymus 'Doone Valley', Golden Thyme

Thymus citriodorus ‘Doone Valley’ (Lemon Thyme) is an aromatic, mat-forming, evergreen sub-shrub with a pleasant lemony fragrance. The foliage of small, edible, rounded leaves is dark green, tipped with bright gold in fall and winter. In early to mid-summer, the plant is smothered in spikes of small, tubular, lavender-pink flowers that are attractive to bees and butterflies. Can be used in between flagstones and will tolerate moderate foot traffic. Equally lovely in mixed borders or in containers where it will gracefully spill over the edges.

  • Grows up to 2-4 in. tall (5-10 cm) and 12-24 in. wide (30-60 cm).
  • A full sun lover, this plant is best grown in most well-drained alkaline to neutral soils. Drought tolerant, once established.
  • Virtually disease and pest free. Deer and rabbit resistant.
  • Perfect for edging or border fronts where a few of its stems may occasionally be crushed under foot to release their wonderful citrus scent. This plant adds character to rock gardens, Mediterranean gardens, cottage gardens, and herb gardens. Great for containers too!
  • Propagate by division in spring. Semi-hardwood cuttings may be taken in mid- to late-summer, although some bottom heat may be required

Requirements

Hardiness 6 - 9
Heat Zones 6 - 9
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Herbs, Shrubs
Plant Family Lamiaceae
Genus Thymus
Common names Thyme, Lemon Thyme
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 2" - 4"
(5cm - 10cm)
Spread 1' - 2'
(30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 12" - 24"
(30cm - 60cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Rabbit
Attracts Bees, Butterflies
Garden Uses Ground Covers, Patio And Containers
Garden Styles Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Thymus Coccineus Group (Red Creeping Thyme)
Thymus serpyllum ‘Magic Carpet’ (Creeping Thyme)
Thymus pulegioides ‘Aureus’ (Golden Large Thyme)
Thymus ‘Silver Queen’ (Lemon Thyme)
Thymus vulgaris (Common Thyme)
Thymus ‘Silver Posie’ (Common Thyme)

Recommended Companion Plants

Agapanthus africanus (African Lily)
Santolina chamaecyparissus (Lavender Cotton)
Salvia officinalis ‘Purpurascens’ (Purple Sage)
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’ (Lavender)

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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 6 - 9
Heat Zones 6 - 9
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Herbs, Shrubs
Plant Family Lamiaceae
Genus Thymus
Common names Thyme, Lemon Thyme
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 2" - 4"
(5cm - 10cm)
Spread 1' - 2'
(30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 12" - 24"
(30cm - 60cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Rabbit
Attracts Bees, Butterflies
Garden Uses Ground Covers, Patio And Containers
Garden Styles Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden
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