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Lemon Verbena

Aloysia Triphylla

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Overview

Lemon Verbena (Aloysia triphylla) is a perennial herb prized for its citrus-scented leaves. Reaching up to 6 feet tall and 4 feet wide, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Utilized in garden beds for its aromatic foliage, it also excels in containers. In colder zones, it's often grown as an annual or overwintered indoors. Flowers are small and lavender, but it's mainly grown for its fragrant, culinary, and medicinal leaves.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–8Type ShrubClimate Mediterranean

Lemon Verbena (Aloysia Triphylla) — pale lavender or white flowers may appear

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 8–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Verbenaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Aloysia Triphylla

Aloysia Triphylla

Aloysia Triphylla

Aloysia Triphylla

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