Essential Oil Lemongrass Seeds - Herbal Plant

Essential oil lemongrass is a tall, perennial grass that forms dense clumps of long, narrow leaves with a strong citrus-like aroma. It grows well in warm and humid climates and adapts to tropical and subtropical regions with consistent sunlight and well-drained soil. This plant establishes quickly and develops vigorous growth throughout the warm season. It can be cultivated in garden beds, borders, or large containers, making it suitable for home gardens and landscape planting in frost-free environments.

Features

• Clump-forming perennial grass with upright growth
• Strong citrus-like aroma in leaves
• Suitable for warm, humid, and tropical climates
• Adaptable to open ground and container planting
• Forms dense clumps with vigorous seasonal growth

Specifications

• Scientific name: Cymbopogon flexuosus
• Common name (US): Lemongrass
• Seed type / variety: Essential oil lemongrass
• Growth habit: Clump-forming, upright grass
• USDA zones: 9–11
• Planting season: Spring to early summer
• Growing season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: February to June
• Germination time and conditions: 10–20 days in warm soil (above 20°C)
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun
• Soil requirements: Well-drained, fertile sandy or loamy soil
• Watering needs: Moderate, regular watering
• Mature plant size: 1–1.8 meters height, 0.8–1.2 meters spread
• Plant spacing: 60–90 cm between plants