🌿 Lemon Grass (Caña Santa)
Cymbopogon citratus
A bold, fragrant tropical grass with intensely citrusy, lemon-scented stalks prized in cooking and teas. Drought-tolerant, fast-growing, and effortless in South Florida's heat.
🌿 Perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Native to tropical Asia and India
☀️ Light: Full sun, 6+ hours daily
💧 Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
📏 Size: Grows 3-5 ft tall as a clumping grass
🌸 Bloom Time: Grown for aromatic culinary stalks
🌱 Landscape Use: Excellent for herb gardens, edible landscapes, and as an accent
🐾 Pet & Child Safety: Toxic to dogs and cats
💡 Casaplanta Tip: Plant in Coast of Maine Bar Harbor Blend soil and feed with Espoma Garden-Tone for lush, flavorful growth.