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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › CitronellaCitronella - Wikipedia

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   Citronellal, a component in the compounds that give citronella oil its distinctive lemon scent. Citronellol, a natural chemical found in citronella oils. Citronelle, Alabama, a city in the U.S. Lasius, a genus of formicine ants commonly known as citronella ants. Pelargonium 'citrosum', or citrosa geranium, a perennial subshrub with fragrant leaves.

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2. www.thespruce.com › citronella-plant-growing-guideHow to Grow and Care For Citronella Plant - The Spruce

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   Jul 20, 2023 · Take a cutting with at least four leaves from the citronella plant's new growth. Remove all but the top two leaves making sure to keep two leaf nodes at the base of the stem. Fill a 4-inch pot with a well-draining fertile potting mix. Dip the base of the cutting in rooting hormone covering the two nodes at the bottom.

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   Can citronella grow in pots?

   • Growers in cooler hardiness zones can overwinter these plants in pots or grow them as annuals in the summer garden. To plant citronella in a pot, choose one at least 12 inches deep and twice as wide as the root ball. Use nutrient-rich soil but one that is light enough to drain well.

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   Is Citronella a mosquito plant?

   • A member of the scented geranium family of plants, citronella plant is often stocked alongside the herbs in the garden center. Sometimes it will even be labeled as a mosquito plant. Look for a plant that has healthy, deep green leaves. Then, gently remove the plant from the container and take a peek at the roots.

   How to Grow and Care for a Citronella Plant - Better Homes & Gardens

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   Do citronella plants grow vertically or horizontally?

   • Citronella plants tend to grow more vertically than horizontally, and they aren’t particularly competitive with other plants. Still, it’s better to plant it at least 2 feet (0.61 m) away from other plants. It’s exceptionally difficult to grow citronella indoors, strictly because it requires so much sun.

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   Can you grow citronella from seeds?

   • You can grow citronella from seeds or juvenile plants, but it takes much longer to grow. Without a doubt, the most popular way to grow a citronella plant is from a cutting. You can either buy a pre-potted cutting, or clip a healthy branch off of an adult citronella plant to take a cutting yourself.

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4. morningchores.com › growing-citronellaGrowing Citronella: Varieties, Planting Guide, Care, Problems ...

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   Citronella needs full sun to part sun. Provide it with morning sun and afternoon shade. Six hours of sun a day is optimal. A loamy soil pH of 6.5 is best. Add plenty of organic matter to the soil before planting. Citronella needs plenty of water and nutrients but likes well-draining soil to avoid wet roots.

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5. www.bhg.com › herbs › citronella-plant-careHow to Grow and Care for a Citronella Plant

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   Apr 18, 2024 · Citronella plant makes an excellent container plant if given at least 6 hours of sun exposure each day. Plant your citronella plant in a container filled with fast-draining potting mix or a 1:1 mix of peat and perlite. Citronella plants are fast-growing, so choose a pot relative to the size of the root ball plus a couple of inches.

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7. www.wikihow.com › Grow-CitronellaEasy Ways to Grow and Care For Citronella - wikiHow

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   Sep 2, 2021 · 4. Plant your citronella in a deep pot if you’re growing it in a container. Citronella will grow up to 4 feet (1.2 m) in a pot, so it’s important to grab a pot that’s at least 12 inches (30 cm) deep and 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) in diameter. Choose a pot that has plenty of drainage holes at the bottom.

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