Thymus citriodorus (Lemon Thyme)

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Citrus Thyme

Thymus citriodorus, commonly known as Lemon Thyme or Citrus Thyme, is an herbaceous perennial that produces leaves that are lemon scented, small, and dark green. It produces lovely pink flowers during summer as it grows to about 20 cm tall and 40 cm wide. Lemon Thyme is commonly included in the herb garden, grown as an annual, used in cottage gardens, grown in a container, or mass planted for a spectacular display.

Lemon Thyme is currently unavailable, but we do have other other amazing species and varieties of Thymus available.

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Why? Our plants are subject to seasonality and high-demand. Please contact us if you would like to know when it becomes available again.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Herbaceous Perennials
Height:	20 cm
Spread:	40 cm
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Culinary, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Citrus Thyme

Thymus citriodorus (Lemon Thyme) Details

Thymus citriodorus, commonly known as Lemon Thyme or Citrus Thyme, is an herbaceous perennial grown for both its foliage and flowers. The leaves on this evergreen are lemon scented, small, and dark green, sometimes also variegated. It produces lovely pink flowers during summer which transforms the plant and are great for attracting butterflies and the like. Thymus citriodorus grows to about 20 cm tall and 40 cm wide, performing best when planted on a well-drained site in full sun or partial shade. Lemon Thyme is commonly included in the herb garden, grown as an annual, used in cottage gardens, grown in a container, or mass planted for a spectacular display.