Lemon Grass | Cymbopogon citratus Lemon Grass

Lemon Grass | Cymbopogon citratus

Plant Highlights:

• Growing Zone: Perennial in Zones 9-11; Annual in other zones
• Plant Brand: The Plant Factory Choice
• Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus
• Foliage Color: Blue green
• Flower Color: Small flowers range in color from white and cream to pink or green
• Flower Fragrance: Lemony Fragrance
• Fall Color: Blue green
• Type: Perennial in Zones 9-11; Annual in cooler climates
• Mature Height: 24 – 36 inches
• Mature Width: 24 -36 inches
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Exposure: Full Sun
• Soil Needs: Adaptable but prefers loamy soil
• Water Needs: Moderate  
• Pruning Needs: Zones 9-11: Trim to 3 inches above ground level early spring. Cooler climates: Overwinter indoors
• Awards:
• Grown by: The Plant Factory

Additional Highlights:

• • Pollinator Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
  • Reblooming: No
  • Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes

This versatile plant offers both aesthetic and culinary benefits. Its fragrant leaves add a delightful touch to any garden, while the stems and tubules provide a delicious and healthy addition to a variety of meals and beverages. Native to Southeast Asia, lemon grass has been used for centuries in traditional medicine due to its potential health benefits.

Lemon grass is a clumping, cascading plant that reaches 24-36 inches in height and width. It can be harvested once it reaches a minimum height of 12 inches and has leaves and stems that are half an inch in diameter. Its thick stems hold clusters of small pink buds and flowers that come in various colors, from white and cream to pink or green. This fragrant plant is a favorite among gardeners of all ages as it attracts pollinators and adds a lovely touch to any garden or border.

Lemon grass belongs to the citronella family of grasses and acts as a natural insect repellent, keeping away mosquitoes, fleas, and ticks with its clean, citrus scent. The leaves can be crushed and applied topically as an insect repellent, or boiled in water or mixed with essential oils for a natural bug spray to use in the home and garden.

Grow Lemon Grass easily with full sun. Can be grown indoors and harvested year-round. Fertilize with SR-18-5-10 fertilizer for best results.

The Lemon Grass plant is versatile in different soil types and can withstand heat, but requires moisture. It is also resistant to deer, pests, and diseases. This multipurpose plant grows quickly and serves both as an aesthetic addition and a functional one, suitable for gardeners of all ages.

Ordering

Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday – Wednesday. We do not want your order to sit in a warehouse or on a truck over the weekend.

Shipping

The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest-viable product ordered.

Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees

Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden! Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential.

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We grow our plants right here at our nursery! Our knowledgeable staff uses top-notch horticultural practices to make sure our plants are healthy and of the highest quality. We choose your plants with the same care and thoughtfulness as if we were picking them for ourselves. We aim to go above and beyond what our customers expect. We take pride in providing wonderful "out of the box" experiences, along with friendly customer service and speedy resolutions.