Spicy Orange Thyme

Spicy orange thyme is a short, mat forming plant. It is grown for its long-blooming, soft pink flowers, which bloom in late spring. In addition, the leaves emit a pleasant citrus scent when rubbed or crushed. This is a good plant for a rock garden. 

Spicy Orange Thyme

Spicy orange thyme is a short, mat forming plant. It is grown for its long-blooming, soft pink flowers, which bloom in late spring. In addition, the leaves emit a pleasant citrus scent when rubbed or crushed. This is a good plant for a rock garden. 

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Thymus 'Spicy Orange'

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Pronunciation

TY-muss

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Mature Height

2 to 3 in.

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Mature Spread

12 to 18 in.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

pink

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Bloom time

early summer

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Colorado Native

No

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Natural Habitat

genus native to Europe, western Asia, northern Africa

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Light Requirements

sun

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 4-8

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 8,500 ft.

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