{"product_id":"lemon-grass-plant","title":"Lemon Grass Plant","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelling Size : Single Plant | Pot Included | Secure Packing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/fresh-lemon-grass\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is a fragrant, fast-growing perennial grass native to tropical Asia, widely cultivated for its culinary, medicinal, and aromatic uses. Its long, slender, bright-green stalks release a citrusy aroma when crushed, making it a favourite in teas, soups, stir-fries, and essential oils. Lemongrass is not only functional but also adds a lush, tropical aesthetic to gardens, patios, and containers. With proper care, it can grow vigorously year-round and provide fresh stalks for cooking and health remedies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Lemon Grass – \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=t5rM9rrpJpM\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComplete Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon grass grows in \u003cstrong\u003eclumps of tall, narrow blades\u003c\/strong\u003e, reaching \u003cstrong\u003e90–120 cm (3–4 feet)\u003c\/strong\u003e in height when mature. Each clump arises from thick, fibrous rhizomes that spread gradually, producing new shoots. The long, tapering leaves are linear, arching, and bright green, often forming a fountain-like appearance. In warm, humid climates, it may flower, producing feathery plumes, but the plant is primarily grown for its flavorful stalks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon grass thrives in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is crucial for strong, aromatic growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide at least \u003cstrong\u003e6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn partial shade, growth slows, and stalks may be thinner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen grown indoors, place near a south-facing window or under grow lights for 8–10 hours a day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright sunlight helps develop the essential oils that give the stalks their signature citrus flavor and scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon grass prefers \u003cstrong\u003econsistently moist soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially during active growth, but it does not tolerate waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater regularly to keep the top 2–3 cm of soil slightly damp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulch around the base to retain moisture and reduce soil drying\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn dry conditions or hot weather, water more frequently\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduce watering slightly in cooler months, but avoid letting the soil dry out completely\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdequate moisture ensures strong, juicy stalks and lush foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing tropical, lemon grass thrives in \u003cstrong\u003ewarm temperatures\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal range: \u003cstrong\u003e20–35°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimum temperature: Avoid below 10°C; frost will damage or kill the plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity: Lemon grass prefers moderate to high humidity, though it can tolerate average household levels if grown indoors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn cooler regions, consider growing lemon grass in containers so it can be moved indoors during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Potting Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon grass grows best in \u003cstrong\u003ewell-draining, fertile soil\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal mix: sandy loam or a rich potting mix with good drainage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0–7.0)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding compost or organic matter improves fertility and moisture retention\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor container growing, choose a wide, deep pot (at least 30–40 cm deep) to accommodate rhizome development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon grass is a \u003cstrong\u003eheavy feeder\u003c\/strong\u003e, benefiting from regular fertilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse balanced liquid fertilizer or organic options (compost tea, fish emulsion) every \u003cstrong\u003e4–6 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e during the growing season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply slow-release granular fertilizer at the beginning of spring for outdoor plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid over-fertilizing, which can reduce essential oil concentration in the stalks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper nutrition encourages thick, juicy stalks with vibrant green leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting \u0026amp; Pruning\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvesting stimulates new growth:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut stalks when they are \u003cstrong\u003e20–30 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e for culinary use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways leave at least 10–15 cm of growth above the rhizome to allow regrowth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove dry or yellowing leaves regularly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivide clumps every 2–3 years to rejuvenate plants and control size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvested stalks can be stored fresh in the refrigerator for a week or dried for longer use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Common Problems\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon grass is relatively hardy but watch for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAphids\u003c\/strong\u003e – spray with water or neem oil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMealybugs\u003c\/strong\u003e – remove manually or treat with insecticidal soap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf rust or fungal spots\u003c\/strong\u003e – avoid waterlogging and improve airflow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellowing leaves may indicate nutrient deficiency, underwatering, or too much shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon grass is easily propagated via \u003cstrong\u003erhizome division\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove a mature clump from soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate sections with at least \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 stalks and healthy roots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplant in fertile, moist soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater well and place in full sunlight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew clumps will establish quickly and start producing harvestable stalks within 6–8 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary\u003c\/strong\u003e: Soups, curries, teas, marinades\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal\u003c\/strong\u003e: Digestive aid, anti-inflammatory, aromatherapy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrnamental\u003c\/strong\u003e: Adds height and texture to garden beds and container displays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh Lemon grass is an easy-to-grow, fragrant herb that combines culinary, medicinal, and ornamental value. 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