lemon verbena

Wonderfully fragrant and culinary, annual herb that possesses a fresh, sweet, lemon taste that is excellent combined with fish, chicken, fruit, teas and punches. Good repellent of midges and flies. Tolerates moist soils and makes a fantastic addition to a mixed herb or annual container garden. Part of the Angelo’s Farm Market herbs collection that were specifically selected for home growers to be productive, disease resistant, and flavorful.

Plant in sunny, well-drained, nutrient rich soil or containers amended with organic matter like Petitti Planting Mix. Water well after planting; maintain 1” of water once a week throughout the growing season. Feed with a slow release fertilizer, Osmocote® or Garden-tone®. Follow label instructions. Mulch 2″ to suppress weeds, retain moisture and protect against extremes of soil temperature. Harvest 1/3 of the new, tender foliage in the morning. Dry or freeze extra for future use.