Thymus citriodorus

Thymus citriodorus: characteristics and care

Thymus citriodorus, popularly known as lemon thyme, is a perennial plant, a hybrid of thyme, which stands out for its small and very aromatic foliage with citrus notes, and its low and carpeting habit, with small pink flowers in spring.

Its characteristic aroma and creeping habit make it a popular choice as ground cover, in low borders and herb gardens.

It tolerates drought and poor, calcareous soils very well once established, provided it has good drainage.

At Ornacom we cultivate each specimen directly, guaranteeing a balanced size and vigorous development from the first years of planting.

Thymus citriodorus, popularly known as lemon thyme, is a perennial plant, a hybrid of thyme, which stands out for its small and very aromatic foliage with citrus notes, and its low and carpeting habit, with small pink flowers in spring.

Its characteristic aroma and creeping habit make it a popular choice as ground cover, in low borders and herb gardens.

It tolerates drought and poor, calcareous soils very well once established, provided it has good drainage.

At Ornacom we cultivate each specimen directly, guaranteeing a balanced size and vigorous development from the first years of planting.

Extended species profile

Verified cultivation data, designed so that any visitor can understand at a glance whether the plant is suitable for their climate and garden.

Crop

Exposure

Full sun or partial shade

Irrigation

1/5 · muy bajo — riegos muy espaciados; reducir casi por completo en invierno

Soil / moisture

Dry; excellent drainage

Bloom

Mainly summer

Climate

USDA Hardiness

5–9

Compatible climates

Csa, Csb, Cfb dry, Dfb soft

Tolerance to humid climate

1/5 · muy baja

Maintenance

Development

1/5 · 0,15–0,3 m · crecimiento medio

Pests

2/5 · baja — cicadélidos/cochinillas ocasionales y pudrición de cuello por exceso de agua

Pass

1/5 · muy bajo — aporte moderado en primavera solo si el suelo es pobre; evitar exceso de N

  • Warning

High ambient humidity and wet soil promote rot; it requires sun and aeration.

Extended species profile

Verified cultivation data, designed so that any visitor can understand at a glance whether the plant is suitable for their climate and garden.

Crop

Exposure

Full sun or partial shade

Irrigation

1/5 · muy bajo — riegos muy espaciados; reducir casi por completo en invierno

Soil / moisture

Dry; excellent drainage

Bloom

Summer

Climate

USDA Hardiness

5–9

Compatible climates

Csa, Csb, Cfb dry, Dfb soft

Tolerance to humid climate

1/5 · muy baja

Maintenance

Development

1/5 · 0,15–0,3 m · crecimiento medio

Pests

2/5 · baja — cicadélidos/cochinillas ocasionales y pudrición de cuello por exceso de agua

Pass

1/5 · muy bajo — aporte moderado en primavera solo si el suelo es pobre; evitar exceso de N

  • Warning

High ambient humidity and wet soil promote rot; it requires sun and aeration.

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