Cymbopogon citratus 'Lemon Grass'
Lemon Grass
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
- Great culinary herb prized in Thai cooking
- Easy to grow grass that can be grown indoors or out
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Edible
Fragrant
Garden
Heat Tolerant
House Plant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Will not over-winter outside in our climate.
Dig and take indoors before frost
Height: 3-4 ft
Spread: 12-15 in
Price Level 1: $16.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color:
Zone: 7
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Container
- Heat Tolerant
- Fragrant
- Garden
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Edible
- House Plant
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Cymbopogon
Common Name: Lemon Grass
Tall green, aromatic grass with mild lemon flavor harvested for both the stalk and foliage. Popular ingredient in Asian cooking. Great for beds or containers.