How to prune lemongrass

Late winter to early spring for a hard cut; year-round for dead-leaf removal. Pull or cut away dead and yellowed outer leaves at the base. To rejuvenate a large clump, cut all stalks to 15–20 cm above soil with loppers or a sharp knife. Wear gloves — leaf edges are sharp.

Dead-leaf removal as needed; rejuvenation cut every 1–2 years. Lemongrass requires minimal pruning. Remove dead, brown outer leaves at the base as needed throughout the year. If the clump becomes very large and untidy, cut all stalks back to about 15–20 cm above soil level in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Harvest individual stalks from the outside of the clump as needed.

Pull or cut away dead and yellowed outer leaves at the base. To rejuvenate a large clump, cut all stalks to 15–20 cm above soil with loppers or a sharp knife. Wear gloves — leaf edges are sharp.