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Can You Grow Lemongrass in Nunavut?

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Won't grow here

Lemongrass is frost-tender but excellent as a container plant that overwinters indoors.

Plant zones

8b–11b

Nunavut last frost

early July

Nunavut first frost

early August

Days to harvest

75–100 days

When to plant Lemongrasses in Nunavut

Start indoors

May 6

Transplant

Jul 1

Harvest

Sep 14 – Oct 9

Dates are approximate, based on Nunavut's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Lemongrass

Lemongrass is a tropical grass used throughout Southeast Asian, Indian, and Caribbean cooking. The fragrant stalks flavour curries, soups, and teas. In cold zones, grow as a container plant and overwinter indoors.

In cold zones, start indoors 8 weeks before last frost in a large pot. Bring indoors before frost. Divide clumps every 2-3 years. Harvest outer stalks 12 inches tall. Loves heat and full sun.

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Gardening in Nunavut

Nunavut has an arctic climate. Gardening is extremely challenging — primarily done in heated greenhouses. Traditional food gathering is more practical than conventional growing.