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Can You Grow Lemongrass in Delaware?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6b, 7a

Won't grow here

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

Plant zones

8b–11b

Delaware last frost

early March

Delaware first frost

late November

Days to harvest

75–100 days

When to plant Lemongrasses in Delaware

Start indoors

Jan 10

Transplant

Mar 7

Harvest

May 21 – Jun 15

Dates are approximate, based on Delaware'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 Delaware

Delaware has a humid subtropical climate moderated by the Atlantic. Mild winters and warm summers support a long growing season for mid-Atlantic vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Lemongrass in Delaware?

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

What zone is Delaware?

Delaware spans USDA Zone 7a (6b, 7a).

When do you plant Lemongrasses in Delaware?

Plant Lemongrasses around early March (start indoors Jan 10), harvest May 21 – Jun 15.