Lemon Grass

Cymbopogon Citratus (Lemon Grass) - An essential herb for Asian cuisine, the leaves and stems of lemon grass can be used fresh or dried to impart a distinct lemon flavor. It is also great for keeping the mosquitoes away! Makes a wonderful ingredient for hot teas. Made into a tea, it can help with digestive problems. This clump-forming perennial resembles an ornamental grass with its aromatic cane-like stems arising from a central base. The lemon-scented, linear, strap leaves reach 3 feet long, falling over at the tip. The fibrous leaves have a very strong lemon aroma and are the source of lemongrass oil that is used to flavor candy, ice cream and pastries.

Lemon grass thrives in moist soil and full sun, growing 3 to 5 feet tall. Grow in containers so that the plant can be moved indoors during winter. Tropical perennial grown as an annual in most parts of the U.S. It is not tolerant of frost and any heavy frost will kill it.

Sow on the surface of a good seed compost just covering the seed with a thin layer of compost or vermiculite. Germination takes 21 - 40 days at 70 - 75F. Sealing in a polythene bag after sowing is helpful.

Type: Perennial (warm zones)
Mature Height: 36" - 60"
Mature Spread: 24" - 36"
Soil Type: Moist, well-drained
Flower Color: None
Mature Form: Clumps - upright
Foliage Color: Blue-green to orange
Growth Rate: Quick
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Moisture Requirements: Dry
Zones: 8 - 10
 

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