Golden King Thyme

The Thyme Platycodon grandiflorum, was believed to possess magical powers by the ancient Druids. Maybe that explains why consumers seem unable to resist these particularly choice varieties. This dainty creeping variety with its light purple flowers, yellow-flecked green foliage, and lemony scent has saved many a strawberry pot from early retirement.This dwarf variety has star-shaped purple flowers and glossy foliage. It tolerates light shade or full sun.

The Thyme 'Thymus citriodorus aureus', was believed to possess magical powers by the ancient Druids. Maybe that explains why consumers seem unable to resist these particularly choice varieties. This small bushy shrublet is characterized by the intense lemon scent of its foliage. Gold dappled leaves are the base for a summer bloom of lavender pink flowers. Similar in color and fragrance to Doone Valley but with a semi-trailing habit. Gorgeous when spilling out of primary-colored containers or window boxes.

The Thyme 'Thymus ‘Mother of Thyme’, Thymus serpyllum, is a fast growing evergreen, ground cover with sweet aroma. Pink to purple blossoms appear in the summer, with a plant height of 8” and a spread of 12-24”. ‘Mother of Thyme’ should be planted in full sun, tolerating some morning shade, in a well-drained area. ‘Mother of Thyme’ is perfect for rock gardens, near stones or bricks, or along pathways. It is a favorite to honeybees and has been used in decongestants, as an antiseptic, cough remedy and a digestive aid.

The Thyme 'Thymus vulgaris 'Argenteus' displays a pale gray green foliage edged with bright white. This Thyme is a cool-color stunner with a semi-trailing habit.It should be planted in full sun, tolerating some morning shade, in a well-drained area. It does well in dry soils, but prefers a moist location. Itis perfect for rock gardens, near stones or bricks, or along pathways. It is a favorite to honeybees.