Lemon-scented Thyme. A bushy subshrub with mid-green leaves. Pretty pale lavender-pink flowers in summer. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Thymus x citriodorus
A bushy subshrub with mid-green leaves. Pretty pale lavender-pink flowers in summer.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Thymus |
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Species | x citriodorus |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Lemon-scented Thyme |
Flower Colour | lavender, pink |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 10cm |
Family | Labiatae |
Spread | 20cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, July |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Rock garden, Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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