Citronella (lemongrass)

Plant family

Season Overview

Details

Light requirement

Sunny

Water requirement

Moist

Soil

Medium (loamy)

Plant distance

70 cm

Row spacing

90 cm

Seeding depth

0.5 cm

Instructions

Description

Tropical fragrant grass with a strong lemony aroma. Known as a natural mosquito repellent and for extracting citronella oil.

Growing tips

-Very thermophilic, therefore ideal for keeping in containers. -Sunny location with plenty of warmth. -Water regularly, but avoid waterlogging. -Overwinter frost-free in winter. -Leaves can be used for fragrance or to make oil.