{"product_id":"lemongrass-seeds-kz","title":"Lemongrass Seed Packet","description":"\u003cp\u003e90-100 days. West Indian Lemongrass Culinary Herb Seeds. \u003cem\u003eCymbopogon citratus\u003c\/em\u003e. Non-GMO. Heirloom. West Indian lemongrass seeds grow the edible, tender, and delicious cultivar of lemongrass. Not to be confused with ornamental East Indian lemongrass seeds, the West Indian cultivar grows and looks nearly identical while offering a uniquely complex hint of minty citrus notes. Matures in about 100 days as 24-48\" tall grassy mound. ~73,000 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/Herb-grow-guide-hyperlinks.pdf?v=1598380533\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload Free herb Growing Guide PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing West Indian Lemongrass Herb Garden Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/Herb-grow-guide-hyperlinks.pdf?v=1598380533\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload Free Herb Growing Guide PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaxonomy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Cymbopogon citratus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90-100 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-28\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual 3-9 (Perennial 10-11)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-48 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grassy mound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average, medium, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemp Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65-90 °F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiseases\/Pests:\u003c\/strong\u003e No serious problems, but watch for aphids and spider mites on indoor plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWest Indian Lemongrass Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light lime green blases of grass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWest Indian Lemongrass Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbal mint citrus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow West Indian Culinary Lemongrass from Seed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemongrass seed germination may be a bit finicky. Juliet, one of our expert staff gardeners has provided these instructions to help you with best results!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e?? Prepare the soil: Fill a seed tray with good quality, well-draining seed-starting mix. Lightly moisten the soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e?? Plant the seeds: Sow the lemongrass seeds on top of the soil and cover the seeds very lightly with soil. Mist the lemongrass seeds with water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e?? Cover the seeds: Cover the seed tray with a clear plastic dome or plastic wrap to create a mini greenhouse that will help to maintain moisture levels and warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e?? Provide the right conditions: Lemongrass seeds need warmth and humidity to germinate. Keep the seed tray in a warm, bright spot. Ideally, the temperature should be between 70-80°F (21-27°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e?? Water carefully: Water the soil carefully, keeping it moist but not too wet. Avoid overwatering as this can cause the seeds to rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e?? Wait patiently: Lemongrass seeds can take anywhere from 1-3 weeks to germinate. Be patient and keep the soil moist and warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEdible West Indian Lemongrass in the Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWest Indian Lemongrass is the edible and tender alternative to the more fibrous East Indian lemongrass. While both seeds mature to look nearly identical to one another, West Indian lemongrasss is exclusively grown for its edible minty citrus blades of grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGardeners in warmer climates with temperate winters may grow West Indian lemongrass year-round as both a culinary herb and 24-48\" tall ornamental grass similar to festuca grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout West Indian Lemongrass Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCymbopogon citratus\u003c\/em\u003e. (90-100 days).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tropical grassy, bright green, perennial plant is a key ingredient in Asian cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermination 7-10 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors, on a heating mat or atop of the fridge, cover with plastic wrap, keep seeds moist at 68 degrees with plenty of light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the seedling appears, remove the plastic, keeping the seeds moist but not soaked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen soil temperatures maintain 70 degrees, transplant seedlings into patio pots, or in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady for use in 90-100 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemongrass has fresh, lemony scent, which is why is it widely used in fragrances and soaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor culinary uses, try it in soups, marinades, salad dressings and of course stir-frys! Plus it freezes well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNon-GMO Culinary West Indian Lemongrass Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e250 mg - Approx 600 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitazawa Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"250mg Packet","offer_id":50290532942061,"sku":"81818","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/6048\/0493\/files\/TLCN-81817-Herb_Lemongrass_cfb2b925-c22a-4feb-9262-91a063c15ccd.webp?v=1784160357","url":"https:\/\/tlmwholesale.com\/products\/lemongrass-seeds-kz","provider":"True Leaf Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}