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Aloysia citrodora (lemon verbena)
Aloysia citrodora (lemon verbena)
Bight lemon-scented leaves for calming teas, kitchen use, and traditional herbal gardens.
📦 Shipping is charged at real carrier rates.We don’t mark up shipping—costs reflect distance from our nursery and careful plant packing.
🌱 6-plant minimum per order — mix & match any varieties
📦 Ships in a 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot — well-rooted & ready to plant
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Lemon verbena is one of those plants that sticks with you. You brush past it once and that clean, bright lemon scent just hangs in the air. It’s no wonder this plant has been treasured for centuries in kitchens, gardens, and home apothecaries.
This airy, naturally leggy shrub produces soft clusters of pale lilac to creamy-white flowers in summer, loved by pollinators and gentle on the eyes. Though it looks delicate, lemon verbena is surprisingly resilient and grows beautifully in large containers where it can be protected in colder months.
GROWING NOTES
Lemon verbena loves warmth, sun, and space to stretch. Its loose, graceful shape is part of its charm. In cooler climates, it thrives in containers that can be moved indoors for winter protection.
- Herbaceous Shrub
- Height x Width: 2–4 ft x 3 ft
- Zones: 8–10 (container-friendly in colder zones)
- Light: Full Sun
- Water: Regular, well-drained soil
- Great for containers, patios, and herb gardens
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
- Unmatched fresh lemon fragrance
- Beautiful in teas, desserts, and herbal blends
- Long history in traditional herbal use
- Easy to grow in containers
- A sensory plant you’ll reach for again and again
TRADITIONAL & CULTURAL USES
Lemon verbena has a long history in South American, European, and Mediterranean herbal traditions. It has been used in:
- Calming evening teas
- Digestive and after-meal blends
- Scenting linens and rooms
- Herbal syrups, sugars, and desserts
- Emotional and nervous-system folk traditions
In many cultures, it was considered a plant of comfort—grown near the home to soothe the senses and lift the spirit.
Today, gardeners grow lemon verbena for its beauty, fragrance, and the quiet joy of harvesting fresh leaves for tea, baking, or simple herbal rituals.
PAIRS WELL WITH:
These plants share similar growing needs and blend beautifully in teas, gardens, and traditional use:
- Lavender – for calming, aromatic tea blends
- Lemon Balm – a gentle, citrusy companion in evening teas
- Chamomile – soft floral notes for relaxing blends
- Mint – brightens flavor and digestion-focused teas
- Anise Hyssop – adds sweetness and depth
- Rose – lovely in syrups, teas, and aromatic blends
Use these together in a garden bed, container grouping, or herbal tea garden for beauty and usefulness side by side.
Traditional use information is shared for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.
POT SIZE: 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot
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What to Expect With Your Plants
What size plants will I receive?
Most plants ship in 2 3/8” x 3 3/4” band pots—ideal for healthy root growth.
Top growth varies by variety and season, but every plant arrives well-rooted, actively growing, and ready to plant.
Grown naturally without artificial heat or lights, our plants are hardy, adaptable, and ready to thrive in real garden conditions.
When will my plants ship?
We schedule plant orders based on your area’s average last frost date and when each plant is truly ready to ship. You’ll receive an email with your estimated ship date once your order is scheduled.
Orders ship Monday–Wednesday via UPS or USPS (2–3 day service), so your plants arrive before the weekend and spend less time in transit. Shipping begins in spring—usually mid-April—when weather and plant health align, so your plants arrive strong, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.
Do you guarantee your plants?
We stand behind our plants and our packing process. While we can't control weather or how plants are cared for after arrival, we do guarantee that your plants will arrive healthy and in good condition. If there's an issue, just reach out and we're happy to help.
Are your plants inspected for plant health and disease?
Yes. Our nursery is inspected at least twice each year by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and meets state plant health and disease standards.
Why does shipping cost what it does for live plants?
Shipping live plants requires careful packaging, seasonal timing, and fast transit to ensure they arrive healthy.
Our shipping rates are calculated in real time based on box size, weight, and destination, and we always select the best available option for safe, timely delivery.
We never inflate shipping costs — you pay what it costs us to ship your order safely.
Have more questions?
We want you to feel good about your plant order. Find answers about shipping, sizing, care, and guarantees in our full FAQ.