🌾 Lemongrass, Growing Guide for SEQ
Everything you need to grow Lemongrass in South East Queensland's subtropical climate.
🌱 Plant profile: Lemongrass, with sowing times for your region, companion plants and common pests.
When to Sow in SEQ
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Feb
Mar
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Sep
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Dec
Perennial clump in SEQ. Buy a pot or root a supermarket stalk in water. Harvest outer stalks anytime, it keeps regrowing.
Growing Requirements
Sow
September, October, November, December, January, February, March
Days to Harvest
180
Spacing
80 cm
Sun
Full sun (6+ hours)
Sowing Depth
3 cm
Height
100-180 cm
Germination Temp
22-30°C
Soil pH
5.5-7.5
Frost Tolerance
Frost tender
Season
Year-round
Health Benefits
- Aids digestion and reduces inflammation
- Contains antioxidants and minerals
- Supports immune function
- Used traditionally for herbal teas
Pests & Diseases in SEQ
Common Diseases
- Rust
Track Lemongrass in Your Garden
Drag Lemongrass into your garden bed, get weekly reminders for watering, feeding, and harvesting.
Add Lemongrass to My Garden →Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Lemongrass in Brisbane?
In South East Queensland, Lemongrass can be sown in September, October, November, December, January, February, March. Perennial clump in SEQ. Buy a pot or root a supermarket stalk in water. Harvest outer stalks anytime, it keeps regrowing.
Plant profile
The lemongrass profile has sowing times for your region, companion plants and common pests.