Thyme
Lemon thyme
Lemon thyme: Sowing, planting and harvest calendar
Lemon thyme is a small perennial herb whose foliage combines the familiar scent of thyme with a fresh lemon-like note. It belongs to the mint family, Lamiaceae, and is commonly presented under the botanical name Thymus citriodorus. Its main appeal is this aromatic character, noticeable when the leaves are gently rubbed. The common name describes the fragrance of the foliage rather than a fruit or a relationship to the lemon tree.
The plant forms a low, branched mound, with stems that become woody at their bases as they age. Small leaves arranged in pairs give the foliage a fine, closely textured appearance. The leaves generally remain through the seasons when conditions suit the plant. Its outline resembles a small subshrub rather than a tall, soft-leaved herb. The eventual size depends on the type grown, the age of the plant and the conditions it experiences, so the name alone does not…
The plant forms a low, branched mound, with stems that become woody at their bases as they age. Small leaves arranged in pairs give the foliage a fine, closely textured appearance. The leaves generally remain through the seasons when conditions suit the plant. Its outline resembles a small subshrub rather than a tall, soft-leaved herb. The eventual size depends on the type grown, the age of the plant and the conditions it experiences, so the name alone does not…
