Lamiaceae
Spanish lemon thyme
Thymus baeticus
Also known as Thymus zygis, Thymus hirtus var. erianthus, Thymus baeticus var. capitatus, Thymus hirtus var. capitatus
Native Plants · Edibles & Herbs · Thyme · Aromatic Herb · Mediterranean · Xeriscape · Drought Tolerant · Pollinator · Culinary Herb · Groundcover · Rock Garden · Lamiaceae
Spanish lemon thyme is a compact, aromatic subshrub native to Spain and Morocco that thrives in well-drained, sandy or rocky soils with plenty of sunshine. It is highly drought tolerant once established and requires very little watering or fertilisation, making it ideal for Mediterranean-style or xeriscape gardens. Trim lightly after flowering to maintain a tidy, bushy habit and encourage fresh aromatic growth.
Growing conditions
The details behind the basics
- Daily light
- 6 hours
- Watering
- Water sparingly, allowing soil to dry out fully between waterings · Every 10-14 days
- Maintenance
- Low
- Soil pH
- 6–7.5
- Temperature
- -30°F to 95°F
- Cycle
- Perennial
Hardiness
USDA 4a-9b
Form & growth
Mature size and habit
- Spacing
- 12 in apart
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Flowers
- No
Ecology & origin
Where it belongs and what it brings
- Native to
- Morocco, Spain
- Attracts
- Bees, Butterflies, Moths
Sources: trefle
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