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Micromeria Species, Indian Wild Thyme, Lemon Savory, Lemon Scented Thyme

Micromeriabiflora

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Family
Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Micromeria (my-kroh-MER-ee-a)
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Species
biflora (by-FLOR-uh)
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Synonym
Clinopodium biflorum
Micromeria biflora var. indica
Satureja biflora
Thymus biflorus
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Shiny/Glossy
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Pollen may cause allergic reaction
Bloom Color
Rose/Mauve
Lavender
Medium Purple
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Herbs
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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