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title: "This is my first year growing lemongrass. Does anyone know why it is…"
description: "This is my first year growing lemongrass. Does anyone know why it is turning purple? I have some that are still soft and green. Transplant shock maybe?"
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# This is my first year growing lemongrass. Does anyone know why it is…

_Geplaatst door Herb’n Bird Garden🕊️ op 2025-05-19_

This is my first year growing lemongrass. Does anyone know why it is turning purple? I have some that are still soft and green. Transplant shock maybe?

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## 1 reactie

### zollol reageerde op 2025-05-19

If it was just recently planted, its a normal reaction. If its older, i would worry about nutrient deficiency considering its in mulch.

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