{"title":"Herb Lemongrass Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow your own fragrant, flavorful \u003cstrong\u003eWest Indian Lemongrass\u003c\/strong\u003e from non-GMO, heirloom seeds. David's Garden Seeds® offers the edible culinary cultivar — prized for its bright minty-citrus flavor in teas, Thai cooking, soups, and natural wellness preparations. Not to be confused with ornamental East Indian varieties, our lemongrass is the one you want in your kitchen and herb garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"herb-lemongrass-500-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Herb Lemongrass 500 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(30, 94, 28);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHerb Lemongrass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (West Indian cultivar) grows the edible, tender, and delicious variety of lemongrass valued for culinary and herbal tea use. Not to be confused with ornamental East Indian lemongrass, the West Indian cultivar grows and looks nearly identical while offering a uniquely complex minty-citrus flavor profile — perfect for teas, Thai and Southeast Asian cooking, and traditional wellness preparations. Plants mature in approximately 100 days as a graceful 24–48 inch tall grassy mound. \u003cem\u003eNote: This is the edible culinary and tea variety, not the ornamental mosquito-deterrent type.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(15, 72, 15);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 99%. Test Date: 5\/26. TLM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(15, 72, 15);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip: Scarifying (lightly scratching) the seeds before sowing will significantly improve germination.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Herb Lemongrass?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdible West Indian Cultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e The culinary and tea variety — not ornamental. Uniquely complex minty-citrus flavor prized in Thai, Vietnamese, and global cuisines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 99% germination rate — one of the most reliable herb seeds in the catalog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAromatic \u0026amp; Versatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refreshing lemon-citrus fragrance and flavor that enhances teas, soups, curries, and desserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy \u0026amp; Adaptable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows well in full sun or partial shade across a wide range of climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects when in bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-pollinated and passed down for at least 75 years — grows true year after year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun preferred; tolerates partial shade. Performs best with 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost. Scarify seeds (lightly scratch the surface) before sowing to improve germination. Surface sow and keep warm — lemongrass seeds need warmth (70–80°F) to germinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 24 inches apart; lemongrass grows into large, full clumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water consistently; keep soil evenly moist but well-drained. Avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced fertilizer monthly during the growing season to support vigorous leafy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e No staking needed; upright, clumping grass habit is self-supporting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest stalks when they reach ½ inch in diameter at the base. Cut stalks at soil level, remove tough outer leaves, and use the tender inner stalk for cooking. Harvest leaves anytime for tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e We pledge to sell only non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/pages\/safe-seed-integrity-pledge\" title=\"Safe Seed Integrity Pledge\"\u003eRead our Safe Seed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e All seeds sold under our standard Vegetable Seed License.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods \u0026amp; Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal Tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep fresh or dried lemongrass leaves and stalks for a bright, citrusy tea with digestive and calming benefits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThai \u0026amp; Asian Cuisine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Essential in Thai curries, Tom Kha soups, laksa, and satay marinades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroths \u0026amp; Soups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simmer whole stalks in broths for a fragrant citrus depth — remove before serving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarinades \u0026amp; Rubs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend minced lemongrass with garlic, ginger, and chili for aromatic marinades for meat, seafood, and tofu.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfused Oils \u0026amp; Vinegars:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep in neutral oil or white vinegar for a fragrant culinary infusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesserts \u0026amp; Beverages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lemongrass syrup infuses lemonades, cocktails, panna cotta, and ice creams with a floral citrus note.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(248, 9, 9);\"\u003eOrder Lemongrass Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(248, 9, 9);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today and grow your own fresh lemongrass in your spring and fall herb gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePer 1 tablespoon (5g) fresh Lemongrass (minced):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalories: 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbohydrates: 1.2g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich in citral — the primary essential oil responsible for lemongrass’s distinctive lemon aroma and flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains antioxidants including chlorogenic acid and isoorientin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional uses: supports digestion, reduces inflammation, and promotes relaxation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin C: 2% DV; Folate: 2% DV; Potassium: 1% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the West Indian culinary and tea cultivar — not the East Indian ornamental or mosquito-deterrent variety. Growing results vary by region, climate, and gardener practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store seeds in a cool, dry location. Properly stored seeds maintain viability for 2–3 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best suited for USDA Zones 9–11 as a perennial; grown as an annual or container plant in cooler zones. Bring indoors before first frost in Zones 8 and below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 78, 18);\"\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something fragrant. 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