Thymus 'Archer's Gold' in 4.5 inch Pots - Flat of 10

Note: During periods of extreme heat, we will delay shipment of Thyme 'Pink Chintz' until weather moderates. If in doubt, contact us for up-to-date info.

Thyme 'Archer's Gold' is a wonderful herb with yellow to gold foliage. Use it in borders, around pavers and stepping stones, as well as in herb and vegetable gardens and containers.

Name(s): Thymus x citriodorus 'Archer's Gold', Thymus pulegioides, Creeping Thyme, Mother of Thyme.

Flower Color: Lavender, blue-violet.

Bloom Time: Midsummer.

Foliage: Evergreen, aromatic, chartreuse/yellow

Height/Spread: 6 inches to 12 inches x 9 inches to 12 inches.

Climate Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8.

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Sun Exposure: Full sun.

Soil Condition: Well-drained, average, pH 6.5 to 8.5.

Features: Drought tolerant, deer resistant, rabbit resistant, fragrant, edible, attractive chartreuse/yellow foliage. Lemon-scented. Attracts pollinators.

Uses: Xeriscaping, massed planting, ground cover, butterfly gardens, vegetable gardens, herb gardens, container gardens, borders.

Comments: Thymus x citriodurus 'Archer's Gold' is also known as Lemon Thyme and Mother of Thyme. Love that lemon-scented, aromatic foliage and small lavender flowers. 'Archer's Gold' Thyme forms a low-growing ground cover to 12+ inches across. Thyme attracts butterflies, is drought tolerant, deer resistant, rabbit resistant, repels some insects. Plants in 4.5 inch pots provide faster coverage than plugs.

Thyme repels cabbage worm, so is a fine companion plant for broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collard, horseradish, kale, and kohlrabi. Thyme is also a fine companion plant for potatoes, tomatoes, eggplants, and strawberries.

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