Lemon Verbena (Aloysia triphylla)
Tall, evergreen perennial herb with strongly lemon-scented leaves. Sprays of tiny white or purple flowers appear in summer. Ideal in herb gardens or mixed borders. Use leaves to make a fragrant herbal tea and cut flowers to make a delightfully scented bouquet.
Grow in a sunny to partly shaded position in moist, well drained soil. Tip prune during the growing season to keep plant neat and compact.
Height 2-3 metres Width 1-1.5metre
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