Echinacea
Large daisy flowers with raised centres make attractive features in garden beds or pots.
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An aromatic grass with a subtle citrus flavour. Use the stalks crushed and finely chopped to add a fragrant lemon essence to curries, stir-fries and noodle dishes. Lemongrass is a key ingredient in Southeast Asian cuisine, especially Thai, and makes a delightful match with fish, chicken and coriander.
Features
- Upright growth
- Perennial in warm climates
- Nutrient rich
Product details
How
Sow direct where they are to grow. Cover lightly with Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix, firm down and keep moist.
Care
Grow in Sun or semi-shade. Enrich soil with Yates Thrive Natural Blood & Bone before planting. Feed plants regularly with Yates Thrive Vegie & Herb Liquid Plant food. Continuous harvest promotes new growth. Protect plants from snails and slugs.
Hint
Allow plants to establish before beginning to harvest. In cool climates, grow in pots that can be moved under cover for Winter.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
| Plant space |
30cm or in pot |
| Sow depth |
5mm |
| Germination |
10-14 days |
| Germination (days) |
12 days |
| Row space |
20cm |
| Maturity |
12 weeks |
| Maturity (days) |
84 days |
| Botanical name |
Cymbopogan citratus |
Marigold 'Cupid Mix'
A compact dwarf plant with large, softly-curled flowers in yellow, gold and orange. An easy-to-grow, Summer-flowering annual.
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