3 Golden Lemon Thyme (Thymus citriodorus ‘Golden’) | Variegated Yellow-Green Evergreen Culinary Herb with Lemon-Scented Leaves | 2.5” Nursery Cubes, Ready-to-Plant Live Starter Plants

Add fragrance and color to your garden with Golden Lemon Thyme (Thymus citriodorus ‘Golden’), an edible, perennial, evergreen herb that thrives in full sun and well-draining soil (USDA Zones 4–9). With its low, mounding growth habit reaching 4–6 inches tall and 12–18 inches wide, this aromatic thyme forms a soft, variegated carpet of golden-yellow and green foliage. The leaves release a refreshing lemon fragrance and mild thyme flavor, perfect for both cooking and ornamental use. Small, lavender-pink flowers appear in early to mid-summer, attracting bees and other pollinators. Valued for its drought tolerance, bright color, and culinary versatility, Golden Lemon Thyme is ideal for edging garden beds, filling spaces between stepping stones, and adding texture to herb gardens or containers. Its vibrant, lemon-scented leaves and pollinator-friendly blooms make it both beautiful and practical in any landscape Each plant is grown in the USA and hand-packed with protective wrapping and detailed care instructions by our veteran- and family-owned nursery, and may vary slightly from photos. With our 30-day replacement guarantee, you can order with confidence knowing your plants will arrive healthy and garden-ready.

• READY TO PLANT: Includes 3 Golden Lemon Thyme live starter plants (Thymus citriodorus ‘Golden’) in 2.5-inch nursery cubes, fully rooted and ready for your herb gardens, containers, or borders.
• ABOUT THIS PLANT: An edible, perennial, evergreen variegated herb hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. This low-growing thyme reaches 4–6 inches tall and spreads 12–18 inches wide. Thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, featuring golden-yellow and green foliage with a bright lemon fragrance and delicate lavender-pink summer blooms. Pet-safe and ideal for gardens, containers, and culinary use.
• PERFECT FOR LANDSCAPING: Designed for groundcover, edging, and container use. Well-suited for herb gardens, rock gardens, patios, pathways, and garden borders, offering golden-green foliage and a fresh lemon scent that enhances both decorative and functional planting areas.
• NATURALLY LOW-MAINTENANCE: This hardy, drought-tolerant perennial herb is easy to grow and resistant to deer and rabbits. Evergreen foliage stays vibrant and aromatic year-round, making it a reliable choice for low-care gardens and culinary planting.
• SHIPPED WITH CARE: Grown in the USA and hand-packed with protective wrapping and care instructions by our veteran- and family-owned nursery. Plants are unique and may vary slightly from photos. We ship nationwide in the United States, excluding Alaska, Hawaii, or Puerto Rico.
• OUR REPLACEMENT GUARANTEE: We stand behind every plant with a 30-day guarantee from delivery. If your plants arrive damaged or struggle, simply send us a photo—we’ll promptly refund or replace your plants. If you have any questions, please reach out!