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THYMUS x citriodorus 'Silver Queen'
Commonly known as Lemon-scented thyme
Dwarf lemon-scented thyme with bright silver variegated foliage & pink flowers
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Evergreen
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Shades of pink - All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
Height - 30cm (12in) -
Spread - 25cm (10in)
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Alpine or rock plant - These plants prefer well drained soil and are generally dwarf in habit.
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Herb
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Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Full sun -
Additional Features - Medicinal properties - - thyme is a stimulant and a tonic used for coughs, colds and flu as well as for poor digestion -
Pests & Diseases - trouble free -
Place of origin - Eurasia -
Garden Location/Conditions - Rockery (inc alpine) -
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Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Leaf Colour (if not green) - Silver variegated -
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Scented Plants - Scented foliage -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Winter
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Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil -
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Neutral to alkaline soil
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Wildlife - Bee friendly -
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