Lemon Grass Seeds 100 Count Cymbopogon flexuosus Aromatic Herb for Cooking & Tea

Overview

Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon flexuosus) seeds offer an excellent opportunity to grow a versatile aromatic herb commonly used in Asian cooking and herbal teas. This clump-forming perennial produces blue-green foliage with a strong lemon scent, making it a valuable addition to any home garden. The plant grows between 36 to 60 inches tall and is known for its cane-like stems that add flavor to soups, curries, and sauces, as well as help repel mosquitoes.

Key Features

• Clump-forming perennial reaching 36 - 60 inches in height
• Blue-green leaves with a distinctive lemon aroma
• Thrives in full sun to partial shade environments
• Prefers well-drained soil with a pH range of 6.1 to 7.8
• Easy to grow from seeds, especially when started indoors
• Suitable for container gardening or garden beds
• Ideal for culinary uses and making refreshing herbal teas

Growing Information

For optimal growth, start Lemon Grass seeds indoors by sowing them on the soil surface and lightly covering with peat moss. Maintain moist soil conditions until germination occurs. Once seedlings reach about 6 inches tall, transplant them outdoors. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil within the specified pH range. It is hardy in USDA zones 8 through 10.