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Lemongrass

Lemongrass

Cymbopogon citratus

Medium difficultySummer/MonsoonVegetables
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Sunlight
Full Sun
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Watering
High
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Min pot size
12" pot
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Start from
Nursery raise and transplant

About Lemongrass

Lemongrass is a perennial, aromatic grass that forms dense, upright clumps of citrus-scented blades. It is incredibly hardy and ideal for terrace containers, acting as a natural pest deterrent while providing a continuous supply of stalks for teas and culinary uses. It requires wide containers to allow its expanding tillers to spread.

Climate requirements

Ideal temperature
20-30°C
Heat stress above
35°C
Cold stress below
10°C
Humidity
Moderate (50-70%)
Rain sensitivity
High (Prone to fungal issues)

Growth stages

Stage 1
Seedling
Day 0–25
Stage 2
Vegetative
Day 26–60
Stage 3
Flowering
Day 61–89
Stage 4
Harvest
Day 90–365

Common pests and diseases

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