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Lemongrass

Cymbopogon citratus. A tropical, aromatic, tall-stemmed grass, Lemongrass is a tender perennial used in Asian cuisine, primarily Thai dishes. It has narrow, pale green leaf blades that grow in clumps; the shoots (enlarged leaf ends) are thick and fleshy and add a spicy flavor to curries and stir-fry. Imparting a delightful lemon scent and tangy lemon flavor, tender, new leaves may be chopped and added to sauces, soups, chicken and seafood dishes. Lemongrass is best raised as transplants sown indoors 8 to 10 weeks prior to setting out after the last spring frost date. Keep it well-watered during the growing season. Before the first fall frost, dig it up and grow it in containers inside over the winter! Tender perennial. Height: 3' to 6'. (OP.)

Average seed life: 1 year.

One packet of about 15 seeds

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    • Lemongrass Sowing Instructions
      Planting Depth      :1/8”-1/4”
      Row Spacing:18”-24”
      Plant Spacing:8”-12”
      Days to Germination:7-14 days
      Germination Temperature:70°-75°F

      Raise as transplants 8 to 10 weeks prior to planting outside in the garden which should be a few weeks after all danger of frost has passed. As light aids germination, sow seeds very shallowly in sterilized seed starting mix. Provide warmth and even moisture. Cover soil with plastic until seeds germinate. Remove the plastic once seedlings have sprouted. Plant out to a garden site that has full sun in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Lemongrass is from the tropics, so provide plenty of water throughout the growing season. It will not survive frost, but can be dug up and grown in containers inside over the winter. Replant the next spring, but be sure to divide the plants to avoid overcrowding their root systems. Harvest the stems once the stalks have swollen and are 2" to 4" long. The leaves may be harvested anytime for use.
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  • Lemongrass Sowing Instructions
    Planting Depth    :1/8”-1/4”
    Row Spacing:18”-24”
    Plant Spacing:8”-12”
    Days to Germination:7-14 days
    Germination Temperature:70°-75°F

    Raise as transplants 8 to 10 weeks prior to planting outside in the garden which should be a few weeks after all danger of frost has passed. As light aids germination, sow seeds very shallowly in sterilized seed starting mix. Provide warmth and even moisture. Cover soil with plastic until seeds germinate. Remove the plastic once seedlings have sprouted. Plant out to a garden site that has full sun in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Lemongrass is from the tropics, so provide plenty of water throughout the growing season. It will not survive frost, but can be dug up and grown in containers inside over the winter. Replant the next spring, but be sure to divide the plants to avoid overcrowding their root systems. Harvest the stems once the stalks have swollen and are 2" to 4" long. The leaves may be harvested anytime for use.
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