Thymus x citriodorus

Thymus x citriodorus

Lemon Thyme (Perennial)

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

Dark green, fragrant foliage with sweet, light lavender-pink flowers. This Thyme is lemon-scented! Great for a sensory garden in full sun.

Height

4-6 Inches

Spread

12-15 Inches

Color

Pink/Red

Interesting Notes

Used in cooking fish or chicken, also in teas.

Bloom Time

July

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Must have good drainage to thrive. Pleasing tucked between steppers or cascading over retaining walls.

Good Companions

Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum ), Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum), Greek Columnar Basil (Ocimum ), Moss Phlox (Phlox subulata), Sea Thrift (Armeria maritima), Narrow Leaf Blue Star (Amsonia hubrichtii), Tarragon, French (Perennial) (Artemesia dracunculus), Sage, Common (Perennial) (Salvia officinalis), Rosemary, Common (Tender Perennial) (Rosmarinus officinalis)

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes & Uses
• Containers
• Evergreen
• Ground Cover
• Culinary
• Fragrant
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
Exposure
• Full Sun
Foliage Color
• Green
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Fall
• Summer
• Winter
• Spring
Soil Moisture Preference
• Well-drained