Thymus pulegioides

Lemon Thyme, Creeping Thyme

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Compact aromatic perennial with small grey-green leaves and pink-purple flowers. Excellent culinary herb, drought-tolerant.
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Plant Details

Common Name Lemon Thyme, Creeping Thyme
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Thymus
Species Pulegioides
Origin Europe / Mediterranean Basin
Blooming Late spring to early summer, occasional rebloom in fall.
Leaf Color Grey-green to dark green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy or gravelly soil, low organic matter essential for health.

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established; allow soil to dry completely between waterings to prevent root rot.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and oil production; tolerate partial shade in hot climates.

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Fertilization

Minimal feeding required; apply light compost or liquid fertilizer only in spring.

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Pruning

Trim after flowering to maintain shape, encourage bushiness, and prevent woody growth.

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2 – 30
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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