Looking for an unusual plant to spruce up your indoor space? Look no further than lemon verbena!
I found this plant by chance, and now it’s my favorite way to add a fresh lemon scent to my home. Imagine being able to enjoy the smell of citrus just by rubbing a leaf (no candles needed!).
This plant is not only appreciated for its amazing smell but also for making tasty teas and adding a zing to your dishes while decorating your home. Plus, it’s super easy to care for.
Even if you’re not the best gardener, lemon verbena will thrive and keep your home smelling wonderful.
Here are a few tricks that keep my lemon verbena looking fresh all the time:
Keep Your Lemon Verbena Nice And Warm
The lemon verbena plant can be a bit difficult to grow indoors as it can be rather sensitive to sudden temperature swings. But it’s totally worth the effort once your home is filled with citrusy fragrance!
What I didn’t know is that this plant can grow quite large. If you don’t have enough space in your home, don’t worry about a thing because you can keep the plant cozy in a smaller pot if you give it some extra love and care.
Like most citrus plants, lemon verbena absolutely loves the sunshine, so try to give it at least six hours of direct light each day. I find that placing mine by an east-facing window lets it soak up those lovely sun rays in the morning.
Southern windows are great too, especially in winter when the sunlight is a bit weak. If you spot your plant stretching out and looking leggy, it might be craving more light. In this case, consider adding a grow light to the mix.
Also make sure to keep your lemon verbena away from drafts and any vents that might lower its humidity.
Related: Here’s Why You Should Plant Lemon Verbena Near Your Sitting Areas
Misting, Pruning, And Fertilizing Go A Long Way
Making sure your lemon verbena gets plenty of sunlight is important; besides that, this plant is surprisingly easy to care for.
Keep the soil moist (but not soggy) – to achieve this, I usually use a spray bottle to give the soil a little mist when it feels dry, And adding some liquid fertilizer every two weeks helps keep things growing strong.
Pruning is a breeze too. Just trim off any dead leaves and cut back the plant by an inch or so to keep it from getting too crazy. You’ll see it flourish the most during spring and summer.
Oh, and a quick note for pet owners: while lemon verbena isn’t toxic to humans, its oil can be a bit much for cats and dogs if they munch on the leaves (this is why I always put my houseplants on higher shelves).
I’ve grown quite a few indoor plants, and I can tell you that lemon verbena isn’t as high-maintenance as some gardeners might make it seem.
Just remember, a good dose of sunshine, a little misting, and some regular fertilizer can work wonders!
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