Thymus Citriodorus
Lemon Thyme
Lemon thyme (Thymus citriodorus) forms a low mound of small, aromatic green leaves. Brushing the foliage releases its lemon scent, and pink tubular flowers add a light midsummer display.
The compact evergreen growth suits a herb border, a sunny edging, or a well-drained container. Bees visit the flowers, while established plants tolerate dry conditions and lean soil.
Grow in full sun with well-drained soil and regular water during establishment. Sharp drainage is essential; avoid heavy, continually wet soil.
Size
• Height: 6–12 in
• Width: 6–12 in
Hardiness
• USDA Zones: 5a–8b
Best Uses
• Border
• Container
• Ground Cover
- Plant type
- Herb, Perennial
- Height
- 6-12 in
- Width
- 6-12 in
- Hardiness zones
- 5a–8b
- Sunlight
- Full Sun
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Bloom time
- Summer
- Flower color
- Pink
- Leaf color
- Green
- Fall color
- Green
- Attracts
- Bees, Butterflies
- Soil
- Loamy, Rocky, Sandy, Well Drained
- Landscape use
- Border, Container, Ground Cover
- Shape
- Mounding
- Fruit
- Yes
- Fragrant
- Yes
- Deer resistant
- Yes
- Salt tolerant
- No
- Drought tolerant
- Yes
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