Thymus x citriodorus

Thymus Citriodorus

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Common Name: 

Thymus Citriodorus

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Yellow Variegated Green Silver

Sun (From 0 to 5): 

Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

20 cm

Maximum width: 

45 cm

Thymus Citriodorus (Thymus x citriodorus) - Description

Thymus citriodorus (Lemon thyme or Citrus thyme) is a lemon-scented evergreen mat-forming perennial. There has been a great deal of confusion over the plant's correct name and origin. Recent DNA analysis suggests that it is not a hybrid or cross, but a distinct species as it was first described in 1811.

Thymus Citriodorus (Thymus x citriodorus) - Blooming

Flowers are small and white that are clumped in whorls. Attracts bees.

Thymus Citriodorus (Thymus x citriodorus) - Growth

Thyme, like many members of the Mint family, does well with full sun but could use partial shade in the hottest of climates.

Thymus Citriodorus (Thymus x citriodorus) - Planting

Easily propagated from stem cuttings or divisions. Cuttings should be taken in early summer. Sow seeds in spring, but provide cold protection if frost is still a threat. Or start seedlings indoors.

Thymus Citriodorus (Thymus x citriodorus) - Pest

Susceptible to Botrytis.

Thymus Citriodorus (Thymus x citriodorus) - Interesting facts

Edible parts are the leaves and flowers.

Thymus Citriodorus (Thymus x citriodorus) - Soil and irrigation

Soil should be light and well-draining. Soil pH should be neutral to slightly alkaline.

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