Citronella prefers light, well-drained, sandy soils with slightly acidic soil pH.
In addition, the soil must be very nutritious.
How to grow
Growing citronella from seeds at home requires special preparation.
First, choose a pot, a place “under the sun” and a substrate.
Remember that this plant suffers at temperatures below 8°C.
In spring, place the plant on the balcony, in the sunniest place, and in autumn and winter - at home near the window.
If you prefer to buy seeds, they should be sown in March and July.
Citronella needs to be watered regularly and often, especially in summer.
Watering
It is necessary to water moderately but regularly, since drying out of the soil can lead to the rapid death of the plant.
Citronella needs to be watered regularly and often, especially in summer.
Remove dry leaves, trim off weak parts of the plant in the fall and make sure that water does not stagnate in the trays of the pots, as the roots of the plant can rot.
How to prune lemongrass
Stems and leaves are trimmed as needed.
The stems are cut when they reach 2-4 cm in diameter, at ground level, and used as an additive in various dishes.
