Help me grow!

Lemon grass is surprisingly easy to propagate and grow in containers indoors, continuously regenerating new shoots and leaves after being harvested for use. It is a versatile herb used in cooking and also grown as ornamental grass to act as privacy screens because of its long and slender lush green tapering blades.

• Citronella oil found in my leaves acts as a natural mosquito and whitefly repellent.
• Grows best in warm, sunny and humid environment just like in my natural habitat.
• Needs bright sunlight to flourish, and cannot handle cold drafts of air.
• Regular watering and misting of my leaves is a must.
• Non-toxic and safe around pets.
• A rich loamy soil enriched with compost and manure is the best growing medium for me.

FAQs

1. Does the plant require fertilizers?
   A nitrogen rich, slow release fertilizer applied once a month is beneficial for new growth.
   
   
2. How do you propagate this plant?
   Growing me from cuttings is the preferred method for starting new plants.
   
   
3. How do you keep pests away from the plant?
   I am a tough invasive grass and generally not infected by pests. However, sometimes my leaves do develop fungus growth, which can be easily treated by sprinkling baking soda or any organic pest control powder.
   
   
4. How often do we need to harvest and prune this plant?
   Prune away only dried leaves, once a year. Harvesting the tender stalks frequently ensures newer growth.