<i>Thymus</i> x <i>citriodorus</i> | Lemon Thyme
DESCRIPTION
Lemon Thyme is a hybrid herb renowned for its distinctive lemon fragrance and flavor, resulting from crossbreeding various thyme species. With small, green, elliptical leaves, this low-growing plant forms a spreading mound and is prized for its culinary uses, adding a citrusy and herbal note to dishes like poultry, fish, vegetables, and salads. Thriving in sunny, well-drained conditions, Lemon Thyme is hardy, drought-tolerant, and often cultivated in gardens or as a potted herb. Beyond its culinary appeal, it is valued for its ornamental qualities and is believed to have traditional medicinal uses, particularly for its antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. Easy to propagate through seeds or cuttings, Lemon Thyme is a versatile and aromatic herb suitable for both culinary and decorative purposes.
DESCRIPTION
Lemon Thyme is a hybrid herb renowned for its distinctive lemon fragrance and flavor, resulting from crossbreeding various thyme species. With small, green, elliptical leaves, this low-growing plant forms a spreading mound and is prized for its culinary uses, adding a citrusy and herbal note to dishes like poultry, fish, vegetables, and salads. Thriving in sunny, well-drained conditions, Lemon Thyme is hardy, drought-tolerant, and often cultivated in gardens or as a potted herb. Beyond its culinary appeal, it is valued for its ornamental qualities and is believed to have traditional medicinal uses, particularly for its antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. Easy to propagate through seeds or cuttings, Lemon Thyme is a versatile and aromatic herb suitable for both culinary and decorative purposes.
DESCRIPTION
Lemon Thyme is a hybrid herb renowned for its distinctive lemon fragrance and flavor, resulting from crossbreeding various thyme species. With small, green, elliptical leaves, this low-growing plant forms a spreading mound and is prized for its culinary uses, adding a citrusy and herbal note to dishes like poultry, fish, vegetables, and salads. Thriving in sunny, well-drained conditions, Lemon Thyme is hardy, drought-tolerant, and often cultivated in gardens or as a potted herb. Beyond its culinary appeal, it is valued for its ornamental qualities and is believed to have traditional medicinal uses, particularly for its antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. Easy to propagate through seeds or cuttings, Lemon Thyme is a versatile and aromatic herb suitable for both culinary and decorative purposes.
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Family: Lamiaceae
Height: 6 to 12 inches
Width: 18 to 24 inches
Foliage Color: Green with yellow edges
Flower Color: Tiny flowers range in color from pale pink to lavender
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Low; well-drained soil is crucial
Maintenance: Low
Growing Zone: USDA Hardiness Zones 5 to 9
Wildlife Attractors: The fragrant flowers can attract pollinators like bees and butterflies
