Orange Thyme
Thymus citriodorus
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Orange Thyme highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones all zones as an annual
Drifts of tiny pink and white blooms and low mounds of equally tiny gray-green leaves make the scented Orange Thyme (Thymus citriodorus) a real winner! These hardy perennial Herbs form carpets of aromatic greenery and honeybee-friendly blooms with a unique citrusy-thyme scent and flavor.
Multi-purpose perennials, Thyme is cold and heat-tolerant, handles a bit of foot traffic, and is wonderfully versatile in the kitchen! Thyme was widely used in home medicine as an antibiotic and medicine, to treat skin ailments, colds, and flu. Ideal for soups and stews, meat dishes, sauces, and gravy, while boosting the nutritional value of any recipe you include it in!
Wildly fragrant Orange Thyme is a hardy groundcover perennial Herb that can be used both fresh or dried for later use. Plant in any xeric and well-drained soil in USDA growing zones 4 through 9. The sensual smell makes any time you spend in the garden better - its herbal, orangy-citrusy, and medicinal could all describe the scent of Thyme.
Planting and Application:
A strong grower, Orange Thyme can tolerate mild foot traffic and perfumes your every step when planted between pavers and pathway stones. Try planting it in crevices on your steps, in the parking strip by your driveway, or in the transition areas between walkways and planting beds. It loves to spill over low walls.
Herbs are ;easy-care perennial accents! Drought tolerance makes Thyme ideal for use in the Rock Garden, as a lawn substitute, or in hot, dry, xeric sites, the hell-strip along the road, or as living mulch rambling between larger perennials and shrubs. Use in containers for a wonderful flowering spiller and scented filler. Just rub your hand along the plant to encourage it to release its scent.
- Tiny White & Pink Blooms
- Tiny Gray-Green Foliage
- Carpet-Forming Aromatic Herb
- Flowering Edible Landscaping Plant
- Cracks & Crevices, Rock Gardens, Herb & Vegetable Gardens
#ProPlantTips for Care:
They just require full sun outdoors, or bright indirect light when indoors. Plant in a location that has very well-drained soil and water regularly until established. These are very drought-tolerant and xeric plants and handle tougher sites and rocky soil. For best results, plant in enriched soil and mulch to keep the roots cool.
To use, just trim off what you need throughout the growing season. Pinching back keeps the plants from getting leggy and encourages branching. Before frost, container plants can be brought in for the winter in cold hardiness zones, or completely harvest your plants near the base of the plant. Wash and hang them to dry, so you can use your Herbs all winter!
- Full Sun or Bright Indoor Light
- Enriched Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate But Regular Moisture
- Pinch Back to Encourage Branching
- Great Annual Herbs or Perennial in Mild Winter Climates
Orange Thyme is a unique scented perennial Herb that has a world of edible landscaping uses in your garden! Order yours today at Nature Hills Nursery and enjoy the fragrance and beauty.
