Bring a burst of fragrance and beauty to your garden with Orange Thyme Seeds, also known as Thymus vulgaris 'Fragrantissimus'. This delightful culinary and ornamental herb offers a pleasant orange-citrus scent and attractive green foliage. Perfect for container gardening, herb gardens, or borders, Orange Thyme is a low-growing perennial known for its hardiness and versatility.

The plant produces tiny lavender-pink blooms in summer, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an easy-care choice for home gardeners and herb enthusiasts alike.

Features

• Distinctive citrus-orange fragrance with classic thyme undertones
• Excellent for culinary, ornamental, and aromatic use
• Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant perennial
• Attracts pollinators and enhances biodiversity
• Grows well in pots, rock gardens, and herb borders
• Ideal for sunny gardens and warm climates

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Thymus vulgaris 'Fragrantissimus'
• Common Name: Orange Thyme, Orangelo Thyme
• Plant Type: Perennial Herb
• Growth Habit: Compact, low-spreading
• Height: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)
• Spread: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
• Foliage: Small green leaves with orange fragrance
• Flower Color: Light lavender-pink
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy, or loamy soil
• Soil pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline (6.5–7.5)
• Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• USDA Zones: 5–9
• Bloom Time: Late spring to midsummer
• Season: Spring and Summer planting
• Plant Type: Perennial
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic Status: Conventional or organic available (varies by source)
• Maintenance Level: Low
• Companion Plants: Lavender, Rosemary, Sage, and Oregano

Planting Guide

• Soil Preparation: Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Mix sand or gravel if the soil is heavy.
• Sowing: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, or sow directly outdoors after frost risk passes.
• Depth: Lightly press seeds onto soil surface; do not cover heavily as they need light to germinate.
• Watering: Keep the soil lightly moist until seedlings emerge (10–20 days). Avoid overwatering.
• Transplanting: When seedlings are 2–3 inches tall, transplant to individual pots or garden beds spaced 12 inches apart.
• Care: Water moderately, prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape.
• Harvesting: Snip leaves and stems as needed once the plant is mature—best before flowering for full flavor.