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Posted 05/21/2023 in Ornamental Grass

Cymbopogon citratus

an easy-going tropical plant that is quite happy in full sun and average garden soil. It is a tender perennial, hardy only in Zones 9-10. Lemon Grass should spend the summer outdoors but be brought in for the winter.

Post Details

Latin Name
Cymbopogon citratus
Common Name
Lemon Grass
Planting Zone
Zone 10 Zone 11
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
2-4 ft
Spread
2-3 ft
Potential Pests
Herb gardens, border, or containersBefore first frost, harvest stalk but cutting off top leaves. Con

Plant Story

an easy-going tropical plant that is quite happy in full sun and average garden soil. It is a tender perennial, hardy only in Zones 9-10. Lemon Grass should spend the summer outdoors but be brought in for the winter.

Special Care Instructions

Before first frost, harvest and cut off top leaves.

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