Lemongrass - Herb , (East Indian) Madagasar

Cymbopogon flexuosus, Takrai, Aromatic Tender Perennial, Native to India, Aromatic Tender Perennial herb used mostly in Oriental cooking, but also has antimicrobial, analgesic, antipyretic, antioxidant & anti-fungal properties. In cooking, it has an intriguing, lemony perfume without the bite that lemons can add. The flavour in the long (up to 60cm) thin leaves is refreshing and light with a hint of ginger (either fresh, dried or powdered). Long, thin leaves that grow up to 60cm that you can cut as you need them. (Freezes well), Grows best in warm, so Greenhouse or protected space is best, Seed Count Approx - 120 avg
 
 SOWING - Best in a greenhouse or indoors. Sow seed on soil surface & keep moist (but not soggy) & warm. Prefers a sunny location, Harvest (Trim only as needed) at about 3-in long, letting the plant grow thru season – Cut & come again, POTS ARE GREAT, Tender Perennial