Full Sun
Easy care
Moderate watering
Tender
H7-H2
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
Max | ||
10cm | Min | 30cm |
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
This plant has a strong fragrance
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Lemon Thyme Overview
Lemon Thyme looks just like regular thyme; that is until you crush a few of its leaves, breath in its sweet, lemony aroma and taste how terrific it goes with almost any dish. Grown for culinary and scented foliage purposes, this is a low growing evergreen shrub with small fragrant flowers ideal for ground cover or between pavers. It is cultivated not only as ornamental plants and culinary herbs but also for its medicinal qualities.
Common problems with Lemon Thyme
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How to harvest Lemon Thyme
Harvesting is best done picking fresh leaves during early morning hours or just before flowering as the best taste is guaranteed then.
How to propagate Lemon Thyme
Seed
Sow in spring, surface sow or barely cover the seed. Germination can be erratic.
Division
Division in spring or autumn. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions.
Cuttings
Cuttings of half-ripe wood, 5 - 8cm with a heel, July/August in a frame.
Special features of Lemon Thyme
Repels harmful insects
Repels deer & mosquito.
Drought resistant
Drought tolerant plant when established; suitable for xeriscaping.
Pot plant
Requires a light well-drained preferably calcareous soil in a sunny position.
Attracts birds
Insects attract various birds.
Indoor plant
Can be grown indoors in a pot/container given enough sunlight and well-drained soil.
Attracts bees
Attracts butterflies
Other uses of Lemon Thyme
Medicinal
Use of leaves and/or essential oils in antiseptics, asthma and respiratory aromatherapy, deodorants, and disinfectants.
Edible
Lemon thyme may be added to poultry, seafood, vegetable, marinades, stews, soups, sauces, teas & stuffing while fresh sprigs of this herb make a lovely garnish.
Plants to Deter Cats
Use these plants to dissuade cats from disturbing certain areas in your garden.
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Herbs
Whether its for their leaves or flowers, grow these plants nearby to use in culinary dishes.
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