Herbs
Lemon Verbena: Care for the Citrus-Scented Aromatic Herb
Aloysia citrodora
Growing Lemon Verbena: perennial aromatic herb with intense lemon scent. Ideal for herbal teas, desserts and refreshing summer cocktails.
Characteristics
Scientific nameAloysia citrodora
Height100-200 cm
Sunlightpieno sole
Watermedia
Soilfertile drenante
Toxicitynon tossica
Growthmedia
Temperature0-30 °C
FloweringJul, Aug, Sep
IrrigationWater twice a week in summer, keeping the soil cool but never soggy.
Lemon Verbena is a perennial aromatic herb with an intense fresh lemon scent. It grows vigorously in full sun on fertile, well-drained soil, reaching 2 metres tall. Its aromatic leaves are perfect for digestive teas, desserts and summer cocktails.
Flowering season
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Practical tips
Watering
Water needs: media — always check soil moisture before watering.
Position
Prefers pieno sole: provide the right light and rotate the plant for even growth.
Substrate
Recommended soil: fertile drenante. Refresh the substrate every 1-2 years.
Leaves
Dust the leaves with a damp cloth to support photosynthesis.
Feeding
Feed during the growing season (spring-summer) and stop in winter.
FAQ
Is Lemon Verbena cold-hardy?
It tolerates brief frosts down to 0 °C, but below that it loses its leaves. In cold zones grow it in pots and shelter in a cold greenhouse or indoors over winter.
How do you dry Lemon Verbena for teas?
Harvest stems in late summer, bundle them and hang upside down in a dry, shady place for 10-15 days, then store in airtight glass jars.
