Lemon Verbena
Aloysia citriodora
$6.99
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Product Details
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citriodora)
🪴 Ship Size: 1 Gallon Pot
Plant Description:
🌱 Elevate your garden with the refreshing aroma of Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citriodora), delivered in a 1-gallon potted plant. This perennial herb features slender, lance-shaped leaves with a powerful lemon fragrance, making it a versatile a
ddition to culinary creations, teas, and fragrant sachets.
Key Information:
🌞 Light: Flourishes in full sun to partial shade, adaptable to various light conditions.
💧 Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
📏 Mature Size: Grows to a height of 3-5 feet, with a spread of 2-3 feet, forming a lush and aromatic presence in the garden.
🌼 Flower Power: Lemon Verbena produces tiny, white flowers in summer, adding to its visual appeal and attracting beneficial pollinators.
🌍 Growing Zones: Suited for zones 8-11; Thrives in warm climates with well-draining soil.
Leaf Profile:
The leaves of Aloysia citriodora are long, slender, and emit a strong lemon scent when brushed against or crushed, making them an indispensable ingredient in culinary dishes and herbal remedies.
Culinary Uses & Applications:
🍽️ Enhance soups, sauces, marinades, and seafood dishes with freshly chopped Lemon Verbena leaves for a bright and citrusy flavor.
🍵 Brew leaves into herbal teas or infusions, imparting a refreshing and aromatic lemon essence to beverages.
🍨 Infuse cream, syrups, and desserts with dried Lemon Verbena leaves, adding a delightful lemony twist to sweet treats.
🌱 Growth Habits:
Aloysia citriodora develops a bushy and compact growth habit, with upright stems and branches covered in fragrant foliage. Pruning promotes bushier growth and enhances leaf production.
🌿 Care:
Plant in well-draining soil enriched with organic matter, and provide regular water during the growing season. Lemon Verbena thrives in warm climates and benefits from occasional fertilization to support healthy growth.
🌼 Flowering Benefits:
The delicate white flowers not only add visual interest to the plant but also attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators to the garden, supporting overall biodiversity.
🌍 Origin Stories and Historical Uses:
Native to South America, Lemon Verbena has been cherished for centuries for its aromatic leaves and medicinal properties. It is a staple in herbal medicine and culinary traditions around the world.
⛔ Root Damage Potential:
Aloysia citriodora has a fibrous root system that spreads horizontally in the soil, providing stability and anchorage for the plant.
⚠️ Safety Concerns:
While Lemon Verbena is generally safe for culinary and aromatic use, avoid consuming excessive quantities, as it may cause stomach irritation in some individuals. Enjoy its vibrant fragrance and flavor in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
