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Thymus x citriodorus 'Aureus''
CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Aromatic culinary herb which forms a dense low mat of strongly lemon scented foliage. New growth is a bright yellow-green. Masses of pale lilac flowers in summer. Prefers a warm and sunny site, with well drained soil. Important plant to bees. Contains the essential oil thymol, with many useful properties. Will tolerate light foot traffic.
Thymus
Species
x citriodorus
Cultivar
'Aureus''
Lemon thyme
Labiatae
Garden origin
DETAILS
10 cm
50 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Evergreen
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil
Tolerates dry soils
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Tolerates coastal sites / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Immaculate / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Perennials
Small, height up to 0.6 metres.
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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