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Week 16 – April 19, 2024

Plant Information

Thymus citriodorus Lemon

  • Thymus citriodorus Lemon - Bloom
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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Thymus x citriodorus

Common Name: Thyme

Hardiness Zone: 5a - 9b

Hardiness Degree: -10°F (-23.3°C)

Plant Habit: Upright

Characteristics: Deer Resistant

Water: Light

Fertilize: Once a month

Spacing: 12" (30cm)

Height: 8" (20cm)

Width: 12 - 15" (30 - 38cm)

Exposure: Sun

General Information: Lemon-scented green leaves and lavender-pink flowers.
Harvest leaves and stems regularly for fresh and flavorful thyme all season long.
Excellent spiller in mixed herb containers.

Grower Information:

Rich, lemon-scented leaves are good fresh or dried in salads, soups, stews, sauces and meat or fish dishes.