Lemon Grass

Lemon grass is a tall, clumping, tropical grass with slender, arching green leaves and a distinct citrus fragrance. The leaves are long, narrow, and can feel slightly rough to the touch. It grows in dense clumps and, in tropical climates, may produce small, feathery flower heads.

Native Range:

• Native to Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

• Found in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide.

USDA Grow Zones:

• Zones 9-11: Perennial (will survive year-round).

• Zones 8 and below: Grow as an annual or bring indoors for the winter.

Mature Size:

• Height: 3 to 5 feet tall.

• Width: 2 to 3 feet wide.

Sunlight Requirements:

• Full Sun: At least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

• Tolerates partial shade but grows best in bright, warm conditions.

Soil Preferences:

• Type: Well-draining, fertile soil (loamy or sandy).

• pH Range: 5.0-8.4 (slightly acidic to neutral).

• Enrich soil with organic compost for optimal growth.

Watering Needs:

• Water regularly to keep soil moist but not soggy.

• Allow the top inch of soil to dry between waterings.

• Increase watering in hot, dry climates.

Temperature & Humidity:

• Ideal Temperature: 70-85°F (21-29°C).

• Frost-Sensitive: Protect plants from frost or bring indoors when temperatures fall below 40°F (4°C).

• Prefers moderate to high humidity but adapts well to dry climates with regular watering.

Planting Instructions:

1. Propagation:

• Grow from rooted stalks or divisions.

• Purchase fresh stalks from a nursery or grocery store and root them in water before planting.

2. Spacing:

• Space plants 24 inches apart for good air circulation.

3. Timing:

• Plant outdoors in spring after the last frost.

4. Containers:

• Use a 12-inch diameter pot with drainage holes if growing in containers.

Harvesting:

• Begin harvesting once stalks are at least 12 inches tall.

• Cut stalks at the base and remove woody outer layers before use.

• Regular harvesting encourages new growth.

Uses:

• Culinary: Flavoring for soups, curries, teas, and marinades.

• Medicinal: Used in herbal remedies for digestion, anxiety, and inflammation.

• Aromatic: Distilled for essential oils and insect repellents.

• Ornamental: Attractive in landscapes, borders, and container gardens.

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State-Specific Restrictions - We ARE NOT responsible for any plant(s) that are not listed in these restrictions. Purchaser bears all responsibility for making sure the plant(s) they desire to purchase are not banned from being imported to the shipping state:

Arizona: Juglans spp.  

California: Castanea spp., Juglans spp., Pinus spp., Quercus spp.  

Colorado: Some counties restrict Prunus spp. Please verify your local county regulations.  

Florida: Castanea spp., Cornus spp., Quercus spp., Cornus mas 

Georgia: Vaccinium spp.

Hawaii: Pinus spp. 

Idaho: Humulus lupulus, Mentha spp., Vitis spp.

Indiana: Fragraria spp., Rosa spp. 

Kansas: Juglans spp.

Michigan: Abies spp., Vaccinium spp.

Montana: Pinus spp.

Nevada: Allium spp.

, Mentha spp. 

New Jersey: Rosa spp.  

New York: Vitis spp.  

Oregon: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Quercus spp., Sambucus nigra, Ulmus spp., Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.

Texas: Juglans spp. 

Washington: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.  

Wisconsin: Abies spp., Pinus spp., Picea spp., Mentha spp. 

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