Lemon Verbena is elegant, deliciously fragrant and highly versatile in its culinary uses. It is renowned for its incredibly potent lemon fragrance as the leaves, when crushed or brushed against, release a burst of zesty citrus aroma that is both refreshing and invigorating. The leaves of Lemon Verbena are prized for their lemony flavour and are often used to infuse beverages, desserts, and culinary creations. You can have a lot of fun experimenting with this herb in the kitchen adding fresh or dried leaves to teas, cocktails, salads, marinades, and a variety of sweet dishes for a vibrant citrus twist. Beyond its functional uses, Lemon Verbena is an attractive addition to gardens. It has slender, lance-shaped leaves and a bushy growth habit. The plant can reach heights of 3 to 6 feet (about 1 to 2 meters), creating a visually appealing presence and an all round sensory experience. Lemon Verbena thrives in warm climates but can be grown in pots or containers in cooler regions, just try and position them in a sunny spot where the soil is unlikely to get waterlogged. Ensure your plants are protected from frost during the winter months. This may mean moving your plants to an unheated greenhouse or polytunnel just for a few months of the year to ensure they're in peak condition for the year ahead. To help you get the very best out of your plants, we've created a guide on how to grow Lemon Verbena from planting and pruning to propagation and winter care, we've got you covered. For more unusual and amazing plants to add to your herb garden, check out our Sensory Herb Collection. Latin Name: Aloysia citrodora Type: Deciduous perennial shrub Soil Type: Well drained soil Where should I plant this variety? Full sun How tall does it grow? Approx. 2.5m How much space does it need? Approx. 2.5m When does it flower? Pale pink flowers during late summer. Top care tips: Not fully hardy. Roots will require frost protection or the plant will need to be moved to a warmer location. Delivery Information
