Thymus c. ‘Archer’s Gold’ (10)ct Flat

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Thymus citriodorus ‘Archers Gold’ (10)ct Flat

Thymus citriodorus ‘Archer’s Gold’, also known as Archer’s Gold Lemon Thyme, is a beautiful and versatile creeping thyme cultivar with golden foliage and a delightful lemon fragrance. It is a popular choice for adding color, scent, and texture to gardens, pathways, and containers.

• Foliage: The most striking feature is its bright golden-yellow foliage, which adds a cheerful touch to the garden. The leaves are small and slightly variegated with green, creating a vibrant tapestry. When crushed, the leaves release a refreshing lemon scent.
• Flowers: In early summer, it produces small, lavender-pink flowers that attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. The flowers add a delicate touch to the already attractive foliage.
• Growth Habit: It is a low-growing, spreading perennial that forms a dense mat, typically reaching 4-6 inches tall and spreading 12-18 inches wide. It roots along the stems, making it an effective groundcover.
• Hardiness: It is hardy in USDA zones 5-9, tolerating a range of temperatures and conditions.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, it is very low-maintenance and drought-tolerant.

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: It thrives in full sun, needing at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day to maintain its vibrant golden color.
• Soil: It prefers well-drained soil and tolerates poor, sandy, or rocky soils. It dislikes wet or poorly drained conditions.
• Moisture: It is drought-tolerant once established and prefers dry to medium moisture levels.

Uses in the Landscape:

• Groundcover: Its spreading habit makes it ideal for covering ground, suppressing weeds, and adding a splash of color.
• Rock Gardens: It thrives in the well-drained conditions of rock gardens, cascading over rocks and crevices.
• Pathways: It can be planted between stepping stones or pavers to add color, fragrance, and a soft texture underfoot.
• Walls and Edges: It can spill over walls or edges, creating a beautiful draping effect.
• Containers: It can be used in containers as a spiller or filler, adding texture and fragrance.
• Herb Gardens: It is a culinary herb, and its lemon-scented leaves can be used to flavor dishes.

Additional Tips:

• Pruning: It can be lightly pruned or sheared after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage denser growth.
• Foot Traffic: It tolerates light foot traffic, making it suitable for pathways or areas where occasional stepping occurs.
• Fragrance: The foliage releases a refreshing lemon fragrance when crushed or brushed against.
• Deer and Rabbit Resistance: It is generally deer and rabbit resistant.
• Culinary Use: The leaves can be used fresh or dried to flavor various dishes, such as fish, chicken, vegetables, and salads.

Overall, Thymus citriodorus ‘Archer’s Gold’ is a delightful and versatile creeping thyme that adds color, fragrance, and texture to the garden. Its bright golden foliage, lemon scent, and culinary uses make it a favorite for gardeners seeking an easy-care plant that provides both beauty and functionality.

Ten (10) plants in 4.5-inch containers per flat (or tray).

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