Lemon Grass are mostly long lived perennial herbs and belong to a small genus, most of which are native in southern and south-eastern Asia to Australia. Most species have a very pleasant, lemon-like aroma and are widely used in the Asian cookery as a well as the perfume industry. All Cymbopogon species are easily cultivated in any rich, well drained substrate in a sunny spot throughout the year. Water regularly and fertilize the strong growing plants every week during the growing season. Keep at a minimum of some 20°C in winter with slightly reduced watering. Sow seeds flat on any rich, well drained substrate in a sunny spot at a minimum of some 25°C (optimum: 30°C) throughout the year. Seedlings in these tropical species will need sufficient heat in order to grow well, especially during winter months. Keep soil always slightly moist from beneath. 20 seeds per package. |
Cymbopogon martinii (Palmarosa Lemon Grass)90 (120)cm, Palmarosa Lemon Grass (syn. Cymbopogon exaltatum) is a perennial species with distinct, rose-pelargonium scented leaves. It is widely used to extract the aromatic oil for potpourris, teas and cosmetics. For any rich, well drained substrate in a sunny spot and at a minimum of some 20°C throughout the year. VI-VIII. |
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Cymbopogon procerus (Australian Citronella Grass)170 (220)cm, Australian Citronella Grass (syn. Cymbopogon exaltatus) is a tall perennial ornamental grass with a strongly spicy lemon flavor. It is native in various varieties and subspecies in South-East Asia and Australia. For any rich, well drained subtrate in a sunny spot and at a minimum of some 20°C throughout the year. VII-X. |
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