Citronella Grass Live Plant
**WE CANNOT SHIP LIVE PLANTS TO THE STATES OF AZ,CA,NV,OR, OR WA, OUTSIDE THE CONTINENTAL USA OR TO APO OR FPO ADDRESSES DUE TO AGRICULTURAL RULES AND RESTRICTIONSThis non-edible tropical grass is the source of commercial citronella oil used by the industry in various products to repel mosquitos and other biting flies. Commonly identified by it's dark red stems, this coarse grass quickly grows to a large clump up to 6' wide by 6' tall in warm climates. Frost sensitive grass can be overwintered indoors with adequate light in colder climates. Grass can be rubbed on clothing to repel mosquitos, but please use caution when rubbing on bare skin as it has been known to cause an allergic skin reaction in some individuals.  Planted near a doorway or in containers on the patio will help to repel unwanted insects. Tender tropical  perennial zones 11+ One live starter plant in 2 1/2" pot.Colonial Creek Farm is a licensed and inspected nursery selling rare and hard to find herb, scented geranium, and salvia plants. Plants are shipped by USPS priority mail on  Mon & Tues of each week, (with the exceptions of holidays which may delay shipments up to a week.)  We ship year round with insulated packaging, however, please keep in mind your zone when ordering plants out of season.  The plant you will receive will be well-rooted starter plants shipped in their 3" nursery containers. Plants may be cut back for shipping purposes.  Care instructions are included in each shipment and will greatly improve the success you have with your plants. Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns. We appreciate your business. Thank you!