Spicy Orange Thyme or Thumus x citriodorus 'Spicy Orange' has somewhat needle like foliage that creeps along to form a nice carpet cover with soft pink flower spikes in mid summer. Attractive to butterflies. Care Plants do well in containers, and they're drought tolerant, so consider them great for tough to grown ground cover areas. They should be planted in full sun for best flavor. The ground should be well drained and fairly fertile. Growth Habit Spicy Orange Thyme plants grows to height of 2-3" and 8" wide. Moderate foot traffic Blooms are pink in June & July. Semi-woody plants have leaves that are small and fragrant. Evergreen. Toxicity Thyme is among the herbs safe for dogs and cats. It is a good source of fiber and is rich in Vitamins A, C and K, which aids in regulating your pet's optimal immune function. Deer resistant.
