General Landscape Uses: Borders, containers, herb gardens, hedge
Ecological Restoration Notes: Reduces soil erosion, carbon sequestration, supports pollinators and beneficial insects, naturally deters mosquitoes
Description: Lemon grass has a citrus flavor and is used to make tea and soups. It is becoming very popular for those looking for edible plants and even home remedies. Many people use this plant to repel mosquitoes as it is related to Citronella Grass.
Dimensions: Height 5 ft; Spread 2 -4 ft.
Growth Rate: Fast
Native Range: Southeast Asia, India, Africa
Native Habitats: Grasslands, open fields, forest edges
Soils: Well-draining, sandy or loamy, slightly acidic to neutral (pH 5 – 8.4)
Nutritional Requirements: Moderate
Salt Water Tolerance: Moderate
Salt Wind Tolerance: Moderate
Drought Tolerance: High
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Flower Color: Light brown, pinkish, or reddish tinge
Flower Characteristics: Less aromatic than the leaves
Flowering Season: Late summer to fall
Fruit: N/A
Wildlife and Ecology: Supports pollinators and beneficial insects; repels mosquitoes and some pests due to its strong scent
Horticultural Notes: Propagated by division, seed,
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