Horticulture/Thymus 'Spicy Orange'

Thymus 'Spicy Orange''Spicy Orange' Thyme Thymus 'spicy orange' 001.JPG Thymus Lamiaceae 'Spicy Orange' Perennial herb full sun to light shade spring 'Spicy Orange' is a hybrid cultivar of ../Thymus/ grown for its strong flavor and sweet, citrus-like scent. Description 'Spicy Orange' is a low, spreading thyme with sharp awn-shaped leaves and pale purple flowers. Growing Conditions As with most thymes, good drainage is essential, otherwise not picky about soils. Uses A very strong flavored herb when used fresh. Also grown as a scented ground cover, and tolerates some foot traffic. Maintenance Propagation Propagate by cuttings or division. Harvest Best used as a fresh herb. Cut growing tips 1-2" long, cool and refrigerate until ready to use. Pests and Diseases See ../Thymus/ References variety y y y y y y y y y y y y y y 7.12.13