Lemon thyme 'Doone Valley'

Thymus citriodorus

How to grow Lemon thyme 'Doone Valley'

  • Full Sun

  • Low

Doone Valley likes a position of full sun and remember to apply water fairly sparingly. Doone Valley is generally regarded as a hardy plant, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Doone Valley needs a chalky and sandy soil with a ph of 6.0 to 7.0 (weakly acidic soil to neutral soil).

Growing Doone Valley from seed

Sow 0.2 inches (0.5 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 11.7 inches (30.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 21°C / 70°F.

Transplanting Doone Valley

Doone Valley is hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Doone Valley

This variety tends to mature and be ready for harvest in mid summer.