Lemon Grass

Botanical Name   Cymbopogon Also Known As   Barbed wire grass | Silky heads | Oily heads | Cochin grass | Malabar grass | Citronella grass | Fever grass Specifications Plant Type   Native From   USDA Zone   Light Needs   Watering Needs   Leaves   Life Cycle   Avg. Mature Size   Growth Rate   Bloom Time   Flower Color   Shrub Asia 8 - 11 Full Sun Low Evergreen Annual herb 2' Tall and 2' Wide Moderate Summer Greenish White Lemon Grass is a versatile tropical herb excellent for flavoring dishes and tea with a rich lemony taste. It has also been shown to deter mosquitoes and other pesky insects. With a citrusy scent and tall green blades that willow downward, it adds fragrance and texture to the landscape. Lemon Grass is easy to grow and ideal for containers and herb gardens.