- Thyme Doone Valley Lemon Scented 6

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Thyme ‘Doone Valley’ (Thymus citriodorus) is a striking, multi-purpose perennial that brings a splash of golden colour and a refreshing zesty fragrance to any garden. Highly prized for its unique variegated foliage, its vibrant green leaves are beautifully splashed with bright gold, providing year-round visual interest that intensifies during the spring and winter months. Unlike traditional upright varieties, ‘Doone Valley’ features a low-growing, mat-forming habit, making it an exceptional choice for aromatic groundcover, rockeries, or softening the edges of patio containers. When the foliage is brushed or crushed, it releases a powerful lemon aroma, adding a delightful sensory element to your outdoor space while doubling as a premium culinary herb for seasoning chicken, fish, and summer salads.Supplied as established, garden-ready plants, this variety offers a rewarding and low-maintenance growth experience for gardeners of all skill levels. In mid-summer, the golden carpet is topped with tiny, nectar-rich lavender-pink flower spikes that are a magnet for bees and butterflies. Key Features:Vibrant gold and green variegated foliage for year-round garden colour.Refreshing lemon fragrance that adds a zesty citrus aroma to the air.Low-growing, mat-forming habit ideal for groundcover and rockeries.Versatile culinary herb perfect for seasoning fish, poultry, and salads.Produces pollinator-friendly lavender-pink flowers throughout the summer.Specifications:Botanical Name: Thymus citriodorus 'Doone Valley'Common Name: Lemon Thyme / Variegated ThymePlant Type: Evergreen Perennial / HerbGrowth Habit: Prostrate / Mat-formingHeight: 5cm - 10cmSpread: 20cm - 30cmLight Requirements: Full SunSoil Type: Well-drained, Gritty, Alkaline to NeutralFlowering Period: June to AugustHarvest Period: Year-roundHardiness: Fully HardyGrowing Ease: Very Easy / Low Maintenance.