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Lamiaceae
Lemon Thyme
Thymus citriodorus
Courage and activity.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Genus
- Thymus
- Native to
- Southern Europe
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Type
- herbaceous perennial
- Height
- 6-12 in
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil
- well-drained, sandy, alkaline
- Water
- low
- Hardiness
- 5-9
- Lifespan
- perennial
Did you know
- It is believed to be a natural hybrid between common thyme and large thyme.
- Medieval knights were given sprigs of thyme by their ladies as a symbol of bravery before battle.
- The lemon-scented essential oil is used as a natural food preservative.
- Ancient Egyptians used thyme in their embalming process due to its antibacterial properties.
- When planted between stepping stones, foot traffic releases its delightful lemon fragrance.
Color meanings
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courage
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affection