Lemongrass in Florida
Cymbopogon citratus
Lemongrass in Florida
Lemongrass is one of the best “edible landscape” plants for Florida: it looks intentional, forms a clean clump, and provides culinary harvest with minimal fuss.
Quick Take
Best use: Border and screen plant with edible harvest.
Florida advantage: Thrives in heat; easy division propagation.
Main risk: Clumps can get large; needs periodic thinning.
Propagation (Division)
The simplest method: - dig and split clumps - replant divisions with roots intact - water in and mulch
Maintenance
- harvest outer stalks as needed
- cut back and thin periodically for fresh growth
- keep edges clean for an intentional landscape look