Thymus x Citriodorus 'Green Lemon'
Also Known As
- Green Lemon Thyme
Plant type
perennial, herb
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Thymus x Citriodorus 'Green Lemon' plant details
Thymus x Citriodorus 'Green Lemon' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb with variegated foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Thymus x Citriodorus 'Green Lemon'
- Plant type: perennial herb
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen variegated
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Thymus x Citriodorus 'Green Lemon'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Native Sons
Gardening facts about Thymus x Citriodorus 'Green Lemon' plant
How to Grow Thymus x Citriodorus 'Green Lemon'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
Flower Color
- lavender
Wildlife
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6"-12"
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly sun
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