West Indian Lemongrass Cymbopogon citratus
Exposure
- Part Sun to Sun
Flower Season
- Summer
Mature Size
Height: 2' - 4'
Spread: 3'4" - 4'
Height: 61cm - 1.2m
Spread: 1.0m - 1.2m
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24 - 48 Inches20 - 24 Inches40 - 48 Inches61cm - 1.2m51cm - 61cm1.0m - 1.2m
Features
Lemongrass is a tropical grass with a lemony scent and taste that's used in cooking. It is typically sold fresh, but is also available dried and powdered. The common use of lemongrass is in Thai, Vietnamese and Sri Lankan dishes.
EdibleFragrant FoliageFall InterestHeat TolerantDeadheading Not NecessaryAttracts:BeesCharacteristics
Days to Fruit:75Plant Type:AnnualHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:24 - 48 Inches 61cm - 1.2mSpacing:20 - 24 Inches 51cm - 61cmSpread:40 - 48 Inches 1.0m - 1.2mFlower Colors:WhiteFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:greenHabit:UprightContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:Part Sun to SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:ModerateHardiness Zones:8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11bWater Category:AverageSoil Fertility Requirement:Average SoilUses:ContainerUses:Edible HerbUses:Good for PreservingUses:GrassUses:Humid Spaces
