Thymus x citriodorus
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Thymus x citriodorus
Also known as:
Lemon Thyme, Creeping Lemon Thyme, Lemon-Scented Thyme
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.10 m
Width:
0.30 m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Leaf:
Evergreen
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
5-10
Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist
Permeable, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Sun
Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Tea
Leaves, Tea
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Cosmetic, Ethereal oil, Fungicide, Repellent, Bee plant, Ground cover, Fragrant
Cosmetic, Ethereal oil, Fungicide, Repellent, Bee plant, Ground cover, Fragrant
Description
Leaves - They can be added raw to salads or used as a seasoning in cooked dishes. They have a delightful lemon flavor. To dry the leaves, it is best to harvest the plants in early to late summer, just before the flowers open, and to dry the leaves quickly. The leaves are often used to make an aromatic tea, which has a pleasant lemony taste and is very refreshing.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/06
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Atriplex canescens Grey Sage Brush, Fourwing saltbush |
Mint can attract beneficial insects and improve the flavor of thyme. |
|
Lavandula angustifolia Lavender, Lavandula |
Lavender repels pests and attracts pollinators, enhancing growth. |
|
Rosmarinus officinalis Rosemary |
Rosemary and thyme have complementary flavors and can deter harmful insects together. |
|
Saponaria officinalis Soapwort, Bouncingbet |
Basil helps repel pests and improves the growth of thyme through its aromatic properties. |
|
Ribes rubrum 'Pink Champagne' Red Currant |
Chives deter aphids and enhance the growth of nearby plants, including thyme. |