The Lemon-Scented Herb You Can Grow As A Ground Cover To Block Out Weeds
When looking for a clever way to stop weeds from spreading, rather than reach for a spray or tarp, some gardeners turn to ground covers as a beautiful solution. But don't worry, low growing plants that densely spread over the soil don't have to be boring with just green leaves and no pretty flowers or fragrances. One of the ground covers you can plant to help block out unwanted weeds is 'Pink Lemonade' thyme, and it has both beautiful blooms and a lovely aroma.
Like other types of thyme, 'Pink Lemonade' grows as an evergreen ground cover. This one has a citrusy smell combined with rose colored flowers and reaches just 1 to 2 inches tall. This variety of thyme was introduced by Mountain Valley Growers, and is not as easy to find as some of the more well-known types of this herb, such as creeping (T. serpyllum) or wooly thyme (T. praecox). However, the variety whose name is inspired by a refreshing summer drink is worth seeking out, especially when you'd rather see a beautiful herb spreading across your yard instead of annoying weeds.
'Pink Lemonade' thyme blocks out weeds with fragrant foliage
Like its relatives, 'Pink Lemonade' thyme is one of the beautiful ground cover plants that are also drought-resistant. This herb is similar to creeping thyme, a fast-growing herb that has showy pink or purple flowers — however, this variety is one of the many different types of thyme that has lemon scented foliage. The foliage is also green, rather than variegated. For the best results with this plant, be sure to grow it in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 to 11 in full sun.
Like its relative, creeping thyme, 'Pink Lemonade' is a ground cover plant that will help you block out weeds naturally by taking their place. One way to block out unwanted plants from your flower beds is to help a preferred species get established that will prevent weeds from getting sun and other resources. You'll need to pull weeds until the thyme gets established, but luckily that won't take long. It spreads quickly and widely. Gardeners report that this lovely herb expands easily, allowing it to effectively prevent unwanted seeds from sprouting.