How To Propagate Citronella

Remove a 3-5" cutting and leave only 2 or 3 leaves on top. Dip cutting into rooting hormone and plant in soil mix. Mist to keep soil and cutting damp. Cover with a plastic cover and set in a warm area to maintain moisture.

Where Should Citronella Be Planted?

Plant in a spot that has well drained soil with full sun to part shade conditions.

How To Use This Plant

Citronella are known to be used for their antifungal properties and as an insect repellent.

Citronella plant care isn't complicated at all. The Citronella plant can thrive in full to part sun.  Indoors, keep your Citronella mosquito plant near a sunny window or in a sunroom.  Water deeply once or twice weekly for the first 3 months when planting in the ground.  After establishment, Mosquito plants are drought tolerant.  Whether indoors or out water your Citronella plant when the soil is beginning to dry out.   You can test this by putting your finger about 1 inch in the soil.  If it is dry to the touch go ahead and water.  Add our balanced, slow-release fertilizer when planting to give your plant a boost.  Our basic potting mix is perfect for repotting these plants in decorative containers.

The Citronella plant is hardy in zones 9-11. Cooler climates can plant in containers for the patio and move them inside in the winter to enjoy them year after year.  

Ever wondered, do deer eat Citronella plants? Citronella plants are deer resistant and heat and drought tolerant.

Citronella plants looks great in containers and are ideal for use as a patio or house plant.  In tropical climates 9 to 11 this plant is evergreen.  Plant in mass or borders around decks, patios, and pools for maximum effect.  Anywhere your family congregates is a great location for your Mosquito plant!

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*This annual is not eligible for our year warranty.