Herb Lemongrass

Description
Botanical Name: 
Cymbopogon

Lemongrass is a tall, hardy plant which grows in clumps up to about three feet in height. Generally the plant prefers full sunlight but will grow reasonably well in part shade. Lemongrass plant has a rather pungent odor so only a small amount is needed in most culinary dishes or to make a lemongrass tea. Helps repel Mosquitoes from inside your Home, your patio, pool and garden.

Plant Characteristics
Plant Category: 
Herbs & Vegetables
Name: 
Herb Lemongrass
Plant Type: 
Herb
Mature Size: 
3'
Exposure:: 
Moderate
Spacing: 
2'
Soil Type: 
Clay; loam; sand; acidic; alkaline; well drained
Planting Time: 
April to October
Comments
Comments: 

Plant herbs in full sun to partial shade in the ground or in containers. Dig hole 2-3 times larger than the rootball. Mix in ¼ - 1/3 compost backfill, press gently and water deeply. Mulch with one inch of compost, bark or pecan shells, ect. Most herbs need deep regular watering, but do not keep wet and soggy and do not water every day.