Cymbopogon flexuos

Lemongrass is one of the fastest-growing perennials. Its lemony stalks are most commonly used in East Asian cooking to add flavour to broths, soups and curries. The white section of the stalk has the strongest flavour whereas the green leaves at the tips have a subtler flavour which is perfect for making your own lemongrass tea. Lemongrass thrives in Australian climates, here’s everything you need to know. 

Varieties

There are two common varieties of lemongrass.

  • West Indian Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) it grows easily in any warm climate (like Australia). Better for cooking.  we also have this variety listed
  • East Indian Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus) has purple tinges in the stems.

Climate

Lemongrass thrives in warm growing conditions with well-drained soil and is drought tolerant so don’t need much water. You can grow lemongrass in a pot or your herb garden but it also makes a great addition to garden beds. 

Care & Problems

Lemongrass is so hardy that it isn’t susceptible to lots of pests and bugs. If your plant is looking sad make sure it is getting enough sunlight and give it some water. 

Pruning

Cut back any dead foliage in late winter, early spring and watch it thrive. 

Harvest

In Australia, you can harvest lemongrass year-round just be mindful that in winter it will take longer to grow back. Depending on when you plant it, generally, it takes a couple of months to grow to full size.







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