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lemon thyme · Pruning

lemon thyme · Thymus 'Culinary Lemon'

Grow in well drained neutral to alkaline soil in full sun

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed
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How to Prune lemon thyme?

Prune after flowering to keep compact

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