lemon grass seeds for planting West Indian Lemongrass Seeds | Natural Mosquito Repellent

Grow fragrant West Indian Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)—a fast-growing, tropical herb loved for its fresh lemon aroma, culinary flavor, and outdoor usefulness as a natural mosquito-repellent plant. Lemongrass is popular for tea, soups (pho-style broth), curries, stir-fries, and marinades, and it also makes a beautiful container plant for patios and porches. This warm-season grass thrives in full sun and can be grown in pots so you can bring it indoors before frost.

Highlights

• Fresh, Non-GMO seeds

• Strong lemon scent—great for tea and cooking

• Popular as a natural mosquito-repellent plant

• Great for containers, patios, and gardens

• Warm-season plant; can be overwintered indoors in cooler climates

Growing Guide

• Season: Warm season (start indoors or plant after last frost)

• Sun: Full sun (6–8+ hours)

• Sowing: Start indoors 6–8 weeks early or sow outdoors in warm soil

  • Surface sow or barely cover (needs light)

• Germination: 7–21+ days (warm temps help)

• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart

• Water: Keep evenly moist (don’t let seedlings dry out)

• Harvest: Cut stalks/leaves once clumps are established; harvest from the outside

✅ Tip: In cold areas, grow in a pot and bring indoors when temperatures drop below ~50°F (10°C).

You will receive: West Indian Lemongrass Seeds (Fresh, Non-GMO)

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