Cymbopogon citratus
lemongrass
Common names: citron grass, sereh grass
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Description
Lemongrass brings the fresh lemon aroma of Southeast Asian cuisine into the garden, seasoning curries, soups, and tea. This tropical sweet grass is not winter-hardy and thrives best in a pot that can be placed outdoors during summer.
Care instructions
Keep lemongrass in a large pot on a sunny, warm spot and water it generously, as it is very thirsty. Harvest whole stalks close to the ground and use the tender lower stem parts. Overwinter it in a bright place at a minimum of ten degrees Celsius, then it will regrow vigorously the following spring.
Soil & site
Soil pH
Soil type
sandy, humus-rich, well-drained, nutrient-rich
Feeding
Heavy feeder
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