We absolutely love the aromatic flavour that Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus) stems give to curries. We are also big fans of these elegant Kew planters (with saucers) that will ensure these evergreen plants are an attractive, as well as delicious, addition to your home!

During the winter, these plants need to be placed indoors in a spot that gets direct sunlight but is not close to a radiator or draught. They can be kept indoors year-round or they can be placed outside in a sunny spot once the temperature is consistently above 7°C.

To harvest, simply cut stems at the base and add to your favourite recipe.

Lemongrass in a decorative planter

£39.00

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Quantity

Available all year round.

These plants are two+ years old and at least 20cm high.

The planters are metal, 14cm diameter and 16cm tall, with a matching saucer and are appropriate for indoor use only.
WATERING AND FEEDING

Fill the saucer with water once a week. If the water is taken up quickly then top up the saucer and repeat until the water is no longer taken up quickly. During hot weather, water in the same way twice a week.

As new growth appears in spring, feed plants weekly with a balanced fertiliser, following the instructions on the packet.

POSITION

This Lemongrass plant can be placed outdoors in a sunny, sheltered position over the summer when temperatures are consistently above 7°C or it can be kept indoors year-round.

It will need protection from cold temperatures over winter and should be placed in a sunny spot indoors that is not by a radiator or a draught.

PRUNING

As the older leaves starts to turn brown, cut them back to 10cm.

RE-POTTING

After one year, check whether the roots have filled the current pot. If not then simply add some fresh compost* to the current pot. If the roots have filled the pot then you can move the plant to a container that is one size bigger or add a general purpose slow-release fertilizer to the current planter.

* Use a good peat-free indoor plants compost to avoid getting little flies (known as fungus gnats) in your home.

Lemongrass in a decorative planter

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