Thymus Citriodorus Silver Queen (Lemon Thyme)
Delivery: From mid Feb
Dark green leaves edge silvery white, pale lilac flowers. Thymus Silver Queen (Lemon Thyme) is a pretty ornamental, evergreen woody herb the leaves have a delicate lemony flavor. This useful culinary herb is perfect for adding to meat dishes, sauces and making bouquets garni. Fantastic for attracting pollinators to the garden. Thyme is excellent for edging pathways, rockery style planting and containers.
Bulb Size (cm) | 9 cm Pot with young plant |
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Colour | Green, Pink |
Delivery period | From mid Feb |
Garden Position | Sun |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Height | 25 cm |
Month of Blooming | May (Late), June, July, August |
Planting Density (per square m) | 7-10 |
Planting Depth | Plant to depth of pot |
Planting Position | Front border, Container |
Planting Time | Spring, Summer |
Scented | Yes |
Special Features | Bee and Pollinator Friendly, Drought Tolerant, Edible, Evergreen, Fragrant, RHS Award of Garden Merit |
Suitable for Pots | Yes |
Type of Soil | Moist, Well Drained, Neutral, Alkaline |