Product Description:
- Scientific Name: Cymbopogon citratus
- Common Name: Lemon Grass, Lemongrass
- Plant Type: Perennial grass
- Size: Provided in a 4-inch nursery bag
- Height: Typically 8-10 inches tall at the time of purchase
Features:
- Fragrant Foliage: Lemon grass has long, slender leaves that release a refreshing lemony aroma when crushed. It's commonly used in cooking, especially in Asian cuisine, for its distinct citrus flavor.
- Medicinal Properties: Known for its medicinal benefits, lemon grass is used in teas, essential oils, and traditional medicine for its antifungal, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Easy to Grow: This plant is hardy and easy to care for, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor gardening. It thrives in well-drained soil with plenty of sunlight.
- Versatile Uses: Beyond its culinary and medicinal applications, lemon grass is also popular in landscaping for its ornamental grass-like appearance.
Care Instructions:
- Light: Requires full sun to partial shade.
- Water: Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Soil: Prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
- Temperature: Thrives in warm climates and is sensitive to frost. Protect from extreme cold.
- Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Usage Tips:
- Culinary: Use fresh or dried lemon grass in soups, teas, curries, and marinades.
- Aromatherapy: Harvest the leaves for making essential oils or potpourri.
- Garden: Plant in garden beds or containers as a decorative and functional herb.
This lemon grass plant in a 4-inch nursery bag is perfect for herb gardens, kitchen windowsills, or as a unique gift for gardening enthusiasts. Enjoy the fresh, zesty aroma and myriad of uses that lemon grass brings to your home.
