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Herb - Lemon Grass
They are steam distilled to extract lemongrass oil, an old standby in the the perfumer's palette of scents. The leaves of this plant are used for many medicinal purposes. The straplike leaves have gracefully drooping tips. If you live in a frosty area, you can enjoy it as an annual. You can also pot it up for the winter and keep it in a brightly lit area indoors. This tropical grass grows in dense clumps that can grow to 6 ft in height. Gardeners in subtropical areas will enjoy using lemongrass in beds and borders. The Lemon Grass, Cymbopogon citratus, is a very fragrant grass and it is a versatile performer in the kitchen where it can be used in teas, beverages, herbal medicines, and Eastern inspired soups and other dishes. They can be dried and used in the making of Vietnamese and Thai curries. It also does well in tubs and containers. The evergreen leaves are bright bluish-green and release a citrus aroma when crushed. It is the leaves that are used as flavoring and in medicine. ... find out more
Lantana - Patriot Petticoats The Lantana Patriot Petticoats, 'Lantana "Patriot" Petticoats', is an annual shrub like plant that will produce beautiful light pink and white flowers. Lantana is an excellent choice for beds or containers. The Petticoats Lantana has attractive foliage and the foliage is topped with vividly colored flowers. The brightly colored flowers of Lantana are excellent for attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Plant Lantanas in full sun and well drained soil in either beds or containers. Pinch off spent flowers to promote new flower growth. Some contact with foliage may irritate sensitive skin. The Lantana is also commonly called a Shrub Verbena. All Lantana's are tough, resilient plants that thrive in hot weather and bloom profusely from spring until frost. |
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