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Premium Lemongrass Seeds - Cymbopogon, Perfect for Culinary & Medicinal Uses, Natural Mosquito Repellent, Ideal for Garden Borders
$4.99 CAD
Maturity

150 Days
Sunlight

Full Sun
Watering

Regular

Difficulty

Medium difficulty
Life cycle

Perennial
Grow Zones

9 - 11

Quick Reference

Zones

Plant Hardiness Zones describe the average minimum winter temperature for a region. They tell you where a plant can reliably survive outdoors. For example, Zone 5 can handle colder winters than Zone 9. Matching a plant to your zone increases the chance of long-term success.

Days

  • For food crops: Days to maturity is the expected number of days from planting to first harvest. This helps gardeners plan their growing season and time their harvests.
  • For non-food plants: Days to germination indicates how long it usually takes seeds to sprout under normal conditions. This is key for starting seeds successfully.

Types

  • F1 (Hybrid): A cross between two parent varieties. Hybrids are bred for vigor, uniformity, and specific traits such as disease resistance. Seeds saved from F1 plants don’t grow true to type. That means if you try to regrow them from seed, the plant won't necessarily be the same as last year's
  • OP (Open-Pollinated): Varieties that naturally pollinate and remain stable across generations. Seeds can be saved and replanted with consistent results.
  • HM (Heirloom): An open-pollinated variety that has been handed down for many generations. Heirlooms are valued for flavor, tradition, and genetic diversity.

Grows

  • Outdoors: Well-suited for garden beds, raised beds, or open soil, where natural conditions are stable.
  • Windowsill: Compact plants that thrive in containers indoors, often needing only modest light.
  • Anywhere: Highly adaptable plants that perform reliably in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Lifecycle

  • Annual: Grows, flowers, sets seed, and dies in one growing season. Many vegetables and flowers are annuals.
  • Perennial: Lives for multiple years, regrowing each season after going dormant. Often used in landscaping or long-term food crops.
  • Sp. Perennial (Self-Perennializing): A plant that reseeds itself or self-pollinates, giving the effect of perennial growth even if individual plants live shorter lives.

Size

Indicates the recommended container size or soil depth for best growth.

  • “X″ Pot”: The ideal pot diameter (e.g., 5″ Pot), ensuring enough root space.
  • DS (Deep Soil): Requires planting directly in the ground or in a deep raised bed, as shallow pots restrict growth.
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  • Vibrant & Aromatic: Grow lush, tall lemongrass with a strong citrus scent, perfect for enhancing the beauty and fragrance of your garden.
  • Easy to Grow: Thrives in warm, sunny conditions and well-drained soil. Requires regular watering, especially in dry periods, to ensure robust growth.
  • Versatile Use: Harvest lemongrass stalks about 4-6 months after planting. Use the fresh leaves to infuse teas, flavor dishes, or produce essential oils.
  • Culinary Delight: Infuse your cooking with the lemony zest of lemongrass, ideal for pastas, sauces, and slow-cooked meals. Adds a fresh twist to your recipes.
  • Natural Pest Repellent: Plant lemongrass in garden borders to naturally repel insects and use as a safe, effective mosquito repellent for outdoor spaces.

Bring the fresh, uplifting aroma of lemongrass to your garden with our premium Cymbopogon seeds. Perfectly suited for culinary and medicinal uses, this plant offers dual benefits as an attractive garden feature and a natural pest deterrent. Lemongrass is renowned for its fresh, lemony scent and its ability to produce natural citronella oil, effectively repelling mosquitoes.

Start your lemongrass seeds indoors in mid to late March, and transplant them outdoors once the soil warms in spring. With regular care and balanced fertilization, you'll enjoy robust growth and a rewarding harvest. Whether you're brewing teas, flavoring dishes, or extracting oils, lemongrass is a versatile addition to your kitchen and garden. Embark on a journey of growing this beneficial plant and transform your garden into a haven of fragrance and utility.
Size
How much seed do I need?

Seeds per gram: 1500
Average germination rate: 75%

Package sizes

  • 100 seeds — 75 plants — covers about 300–450 sq. ft.
  • 500 seeds — 375 plants — covers about 1,500–2,250 sq. ft.

Plant growth and coverage

  • Upright, clumping habit; aromatic, fountain-like foliage
  • Height: 90–150 cm (3–5 ft)
  • Spread: 60–90 cm (24–36 in)
  • Spacing: 60–90 cm (24–36 in) between plants for full borders and robust clumps

Choosing a packet size

  • The 100-seed packet is ideal for home gardeners and small borders, containers, or a kitchen herb patch.
  • The 500-seed packet suits larger beds, market growers, and landscapers creating long mosquito-repelling borders or mass plantings.
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Start lemongrass seeds indoors in mid to late March. Sow seeds in small pots or seed trays filled with well-draining soil. Keep them in a warm, sunny location and maintain consistent moisture until germination.

Once seedlings reach about 4 inches, gradually acclimate them to outdoor conditions by placing them outside for a few hours each day. Transplant them outdoors in well-drained soil after the last frost, spacing them 18 inches apart.

Lemongrass thrives in full sun and requires regular watering, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth. Harvest stalks 4-6 months after planting and enjoy fresh lemongrass in your culinary creations or as a natural mosquito repellent.
SHIPPING & RETURNS

In Canada, we use fast shipping from our Canadian warehouses. You can expect delivery in 1-3 days.

In the USA, We use our US warehouses, and you can expect your order in 1-3 days, too.

No postaged lettermail or slow shipping from across the world. No customs fees or orders withheld at the border. Tracking numbers for all orders.

We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible. Our return policy covers you for late, damaged or defective products.

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