Thymus citriodorus

Common Name: Lemon Thyme

The aromatic foliage of Thymus citriodorus has a strong, sweet lemon scent. Lemon Thyme is an excellent culinary herb used to flavor chicken, fish and pork, vegetable dishes, stuffings and makes a flavorful tea. Good in potpourri and sachets. An attractive garden plant with rosy lavender flowers.

Sweet, lemon scent
Culinary uses are almost infinite!
Grow outdoors or in
Use leaves fresh, dried, or fresh frozen

Height

6-12 inches

Spread

9-12 inches

Hardiness

5 - 10

Exposure

  • Full Sun
  • Full to Part Sun

Attributes

  • Fragrant

Season of Interest

  • Spring
  • Summer

Bloom Color

  • Lavender
  • Pink
Thymus citriodorus (Lemon Thyme)
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