Lemon thyme

Common Name: Lemon thyme
Latin Name: Thymus citriodorus
Origin: Mediterranean 

Lemon thyme (Thymus citriodorus) is a perennial aromatic shrub with a characteristic aroma. It is of small growth and reaches a height of 30 cm. Its leaves are used fresh or dried in Mediterranean cuisine. Its leaves are small, oval in shades of green and yellow.

Flowers

Its flowering period is summer, with small, pink to lilac flowers.

Location

It grows satisfactorily in all types of soils, without particular problems. Prerequisite for the soil to be well drained. Prefers places with sun or moderate shade.

Durability

It is resistant to cold and heat, as long as it is in a sunny position.

Watering

It needs moderate amounts of watering, with limited to no watering in the winter and more regular watering in the warm periods of the year.

Pruning

Strict pruning is recommended after the end of flowering for lush vegetation thereafter.

Lubrication

It is good to strengthen it regularly from spring to the end of summer.

Diseases and enemies

It is quite a resistant plant and is not easily affected by diseases and insects.

It is suitable for

  • individual plantings in gardens, parks,
  • ground cover,
  • planting in pots for balconies, terraces.
  • It is used in pharmaceuticals.

Pot 15 cm- 1.5 L Pot 8 cm

1,50  - 2,50 

Lemon thyme

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