Lemon Grass Plant
“Cymbopogon sp.”
PLANT AVAILABILITY: Late Spring To Early Autumn
POT SIZE: 2 L
BENEFITS
Lemongrass might help prevent the growth of some bacteria and yeast. Lemongrass also contains substances that are thought to relieve pain and swelling, reduce fever, improve levels of sugar and cholesterol in the blood, stimulate the uterus and menstrual flow, and have antioxidant properties.
GROWING CONDITIONS
Season: All Year / Perennial
Soil: Rich and well draining
Watering: Keep moist, does not tolerate dryness
Position: Part shade, does well under shrubs and trees
Fertilizing: Compost, Manure, Liquid feed
Use: Harvest stems and leaves, the most flavourful area is the base of the stem
Growing tips: Prune in spring after flowering. Will clump over time, and requires some space if fully grown.
Companion Plants: Does not companion well, best planted in a pot or on a fence line.
“Cymbopogon sp.”
PLANT AVAILABILITY: Late Spring To Early Autumn
POT SIZE: 2 L
BENEFITS
Lemongrass might help prevent the growth of some bacteria and yeast. Lemongrass also contains substances that are thought to relieve pain and swelling, reduce fever, improve levels of sugar and cholesterol in the blood, stimulate the uterus and menstrual flow, and have antioxidant properties.
GROWING CONDITIONS
Season: All Year / Perennial
Soil: Rich and well draining
Watering: Keep moist, does not tolerate dryness
Position: Part shade, does well under shrubs and trees
Fertilizing: Compost, Manure, Liquid feed
Use: Harvest stems and leaves, the most flavourful area is the base of the stem
Growing tips: Prune in spring after flowering. Will clump over time, and requires some space if fully grown.
Companion Plants: Does not companion well, best planted in a pot or on a fence line.
“Cymbopogon sp.”
PLANT AVAILABILITY: Late Spring To Early Autumn
POT SIZE: 2 L
BENEFITS
Lemongrass might help prevent the growth of some bacteria and yeast. Lemongrass also contains substances that are thought to relieve pain and swelling, reduce fever, improve levels of sugar and cholesterol in the blood, stimulate the uterus and menstrual flow, and have antioxidant properties.
GROWING CONDITIONS
Season: All Year / Perennial
Soil: Rich and well draining
Watering: Keep moist, does not tolerate dryness
Position: Part shade, does well under shrubs and trees
Fertilizing: Compost, Manure, Liquid feed
Use: Harvest stems and leaves, the most flavourful area is the base of the stem
Growing tips: Prune in spring after flowering. Will clump over time, and requires some space if fully grown.
Companion Plants: Does not companion well, best planted in a pot or on a fence line.
