Lemongrass seeds are an excellent choice for home gardeners and small-scale farmers seeking a fragrant, fast-growing herb with culinary and medicinal value. This tropical grass is known for its bright citrus aroma and flavor, making it a staple in Southeast Asian cuisine and herbal teas. It also attracts beneficial insects and can enhance biodiversity in garden spaces.

Thriving in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil, lemongrass prefers warm conditions and regular watering to encourage vigorous growth. In USDA zones 9 and above, it grows as a perennial, while in cooler climates, it can be overwintered indoors or treated as an annual. With its tall, upright habit and graceful, arching leaves, lemongrass adds both visual interest and utility to herb gardens, borders, and containers.

Whether you’re creating a culinary herb bed, experimenting with herbal medicine, or adding aromatic structure to your planting design, lemongrass is a versatile and low-maintenance addition. Start seeds indoors before your last frost and transplant once nighttime temperatures remain above 50F. Plants reach 2436 inches and can be harvested for their flavorful stalks throughout the growing season.

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Lemongrass Cymbopogon flexuosus

Did You Know?Lemongrass essential oil is commonly used in natural skincare, insect repellents, and aromatherapy for its soothing and antimicrobial properties.

Soil Temperature:6585F
Planting Depth:1/4″
Germination:714 Days
Height At Maturity:24″36″
Days To Maturity:90120 Days
Sun/Shade:Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning:12″18″
Approx. Seeds per Pack:50 Seeds