Lemon Thyme
About Lemon Thyme
A hybrid thyme with a pronounced lemon fragrance. It is excellent with fish, chicken, and vegetables. It is more delicate than common thyme and should be added at the end of cooking. It is an attractive ground cover with golden or variegated leaf varieties. It is hardier than it looks. It combines the savory notes of thyme with bright citrus. It is perfect for marinades and salad dressings. It grows 10-15 cm tall. It attracts bees. It is one of the best thymes for culinary use. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is excellent in container gardens.
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