Name: Cymbopogon

AKA: Citronella grass, Barbed wire grass

Why we love it: This frost-tender perennial can be over wintered to last for further seasons, and can be used medicinally for multiple things. 

Mature width: 2-3 ft

Mature height: 2-4 ft

Sun: Full to part sun

Growing zone: 

Victoria, BC and surrounding area is considered a zone 8-9 depending on where exactly you live.

Water: Water thoroughly. In summer, expect to water every day. 

Deer resistant? Yes!

Pet Toxicity: This plant is considered mildly toxic to animals. 

Plants are sold in their plastic nursery pots.