Lemongrass: Harvesting, Pruning, and Preserving For All Year Use | Tips and Techniques

[@AmritaBhortake]

How do you like to use Lemongrass? I love that chai ☕️ For everyone asking, here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. They other 2 recipes are herbal and non caffeinated, so if you want an evening tea, these are amazing. Hope you get a chance to make them and enjoy them all: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@tesfahunfitamo930]

Thanks

[@AmritaBhortake]

Your welcome!

[@dorothyczygmunt5232]

Please post the recipe for lemongrass chia tea it sounds amazing 🌻🌷 thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@AmritaBhortake]

Hahaha looks like it’s a popular recipe. Will definitely post it. Keep an eye out in the next few weeks for it on the channel.

[@AmritaBhortake]

Here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@diverhose]

THANK YOU!!!😍

[@AmritaBhortake]

Your welcome!

[@LinhHarvesting]

Your harvesting skills are impressive

[@AmritaBhortake]

Hahaha thanks for your kind words.

[@kwall1464]

I would love to learn about that lemongrass chai tea, sounds so good!

[@AmritaBhortake]

It’s definitely coming on the channel soon. Thanks so much!

[@AmritaBhortake]

Here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@เlเ-b4o]

So much benefits when cooking with lemon grash

[@cyndenaarr]

I would love your recipe for the lemongrass chai tea please! Sounds amazing!

[@AmritaBhortake]

Thanks so much for your interest. Please let me know if you have any questions. Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@reillyd.4753]

This video was really well made. You have the production quality of some of the bigger gardening channels with hundreds of thousands of subscribers

[@AmritaBhortake]

Awww thanks so much for the kind words. This means so much to me. I really appreciate it.

[@lynnek4226]

Thank you for this video! I purchased a lemongrass plant this spring and planted in a large pot. She’s looking a little wild so I’m going to try to cut and preserve some of her leaves.

[@AmritaBhortake]

That’s wonderful! Thanks so much for your kind words. I am so glad it helped.

[@toshilalkr7231]

Thank you so much, learn a lot❤

[@AmritaBhortake]

I am so happy that you found it useful. Thank you!

[@kerondufresne3157]

I love anything Chai. I would love your lemongrass chai recipe. Thank you for sharing your video it was very helpful to me. I am going to harvest my lemon grass now. It is October and the weather has been above average still in the 60's., frost once. Thank you again !

[@AmritaBhortake]

I am so happy this helped. Thanks so much for your kind words. Here the lemongrass chai recipe video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@badeauxmiles9478]

Fantastic info! Would absolutely love your recipe for the lemongrass/ginger chai tea. Sounds amazing :)

[@AmritaBhortake]

Thanks so much for your kind words. I am definitely going to post it on the channel soon. Keep an eye out for it.

[@AmritaBhortake]

Here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@amirahrithadz4131]

Thank you so much dear❤

[@AmritaBhortake]

Your welcome ☺️

[@acts.412]

Great video thank you :)

[@AmritaBhortake]

Thanks so much for your kind words.

[@Ingridgarden]

I will plant it because I had tried the tea before but currently do not have the plant, thank you for all the information!

[@AmritaBhortake]

Your welcome. So glad you found it helpful. Have you tried propagating it from the organic kemongrass in stores? It works really well and quickly in water.

[@AmritaBhortake]

Here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@in2Rafi]

Can I use microwave oven to pasteurize LG? Or I must have baking oven?

[@AmritaBhortake]

Yes, it is possible to use a microwave oven if the temperature can be set to a low limit. I would definitely recommend keeping an eye on it and testing out a little bit of lemongrass before making the whole batch because you can burn the lemongrass if the temperature is too hot.

[@luisarokolaca5184]

Thanks for sharing ❤ from fiji

[@AmritaBhortake]

Your welcome! Thanks so much for your kind words.

[@nitishnair89]

Didn't tried it yet but heard about its medicinal uses , good to know from u in detailed ,chai chai 😁 good night by 😁

[@AmritaBhortake]

Have you tried lemongrass chai? It is delicious

[@nitishnair89]

@@AmritaBhortake I will it definitely...

[@AmritaBhortake]

Here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@rhi868]

Hey thanks so much for this video! I had a question. I tried storing lemongrass after drying them in the sun for 2-3 days, as you've shared. Once, I stored them for a couple of days I could see some black fungal growth on them. Could you suggest some workaround or if you've faced anything like this?

[@AmritaBhortake]

Thanks so much for your kind words. It looks like it wasn’t dry enough. Did the lemongrass leaves snap when broken? It was either the lemongrass itself or the container that had moisture and caused the fungus. The only way to prevent it would be to dry the lemongrass thoroughly and then pack it in a dry sterilized container. There is not much you can do once it has fungus and it will need to be discarded.

[@micheleseith4079]

Would love the chai tea recipy

[@AmritaBhortake]

I will definitely make a video soon on this chai recipe, Michele

[@AmritaBhortake]

Here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@aarondesouza1653]

Super ❤

[@AmritaBhortake]

Thank you!

[@ctviera]

Came across your channel when searching lemongrass harvesting, pruning, etc. Best video I found for what I was looking for and I've now subscribed (because I love roses too). :-) I'm also interested in the chai recipe and look forward to seeing it! Thank you!

[@AmritaBhortake]

Awww thank you so much for the kind words and welcome to the community. Please let me know if you have any questions about gardening or any other videos that would like to see. Hahaha yes, I am definitely working on the chai video and will post it in the upcoming weeks. Keep an eye out for it.

[@AmritaBhortake]

Here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@belitatome6806]

Hi dear Amrita, could you please send me the lemongrass ginger chai recipe? Thank you

[@AmritaBhortake]

Hi Belita, here you go. Hope you make and love it. Let me know what you think: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@teresamoews6695]

I’m interested in your lemongrass ginger chai tea please.

[@AmritaBhortake]

Thanks so much, Teresa. I am definitely working on the video for it and it’s coming soon

[@AmritaBhortake]

Hi Teresa, here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@lorenawilliams4229]

I wonder if it can be freeze dried?!

[@AmritaBhortake]

I think it could be but I haven’t tried it out yet

[@hidemichel92]

Do you use this same pasteurization method and temperature for other medicinal herbs/flowers as well? A similar thing happened to me with a caterpillar in my plantain 😂

[@AmritaBhortake]

Hahahaha omg! So it's not just me 😂 Yes, I used the same pasteurization method on my oregano, lavender, and calendula. It works really well.

[@liatushka]

Hi there, I have a new big lemongrass plant and this is good to know for harvesting and drying. I am hoping you already have the lemongrass chai recipe?? would be happy for a quick note here, don't need a video! thank you

[@AmritaBhortake]

Oh, that’s great that you found it helpful. I am working on the chai video and will put it up on the channel soon. I am working on different lemongrass recipes so it would help people integrate lemongrass in their diet through different recipes. It is coming soon.

[@AmritaBhortake]

Here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@christineblythe5713]

Did the recipe for the lemongrass / ginger chia tea get posted? I'd love to make it.

[@AmritaBhortake]

Hi Christine, thanks so much! I started getting a lot of requests for it this week so will definitely post. Keep an eye out for it in the next few weeks. Will record and post it soon 😊

[@AmritaBhortake]

Hi Christine, here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@sheilagroh161]

I would love to know the recipe for the lemongrass chi tea. Please 😊

[@AmritaBhortake]

Definitely, Sheila. Will put it up soon on the channel.

[@AmritaBhortake]

Hi Sheila, here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@grannaboo03]

Did you post the recipe for Lemongrass Chai? I looked at several videos after …did I miss it??

[@AmritaBhortake]

No, you haven’t missed it. Initially, I wasn’t sure how many people would be interested and then it just slipped through the summer craziness. I would definitely post it soon. I am so happy you asked for it. ☺️

[@AmritaBhortake]

Here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@JuicefulHabits]

I boil my left overs on a pot for natural air 💚 freshener it’ll make home smell amazing you’ll thank me later. In Philippines we love using this herb with chicken boil comfort food, my mom use to make when I’m feeling a little under the weather

[@AmritaBhortake]

That’s such a brilliant idea! I can attest to that every time I make chai, it smells divine.

[@JudyRayner-f1n]

Can I please have the ginger and lemongrass chai recipe. Thanks

[@AmritaBhortake]

Definitely! I am making the video soon and post it to the channel.

[@AmritaBhortake]

Here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@lpoulin37]

Can I have Lemongrass ginger chai recipe?

[@AmritaBhortake]

Thanks so much for your interest. It is coming up on the channel soon.

[@ravink21]

How you make lemon grass Ginger chai

[@AmritaBhortake]

Here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. The other 2 recipes are herbal and non caffeinated, so if you want an evening tea, these are amazing. Hope you get a chance to make them and enjoy them all: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@plantbug5010]

Can it be blended in a blender after u dried it?

[@AmritaBhortake]

Absolutely! It can be easily blended to make it into a powder if you use it that way. I usually use in my teas especially my ginger lemongrass chai so I prefer it a little larger so it is easier to filter out. How do you use in powder form?

[@lindalove4976]

Please send me the lemon grass ginger Thai recioe

[@AmritaBhortake]

Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@bettyanneATHERTON]

Could you please send me ginger lemongrass chai recipe thanks

[@AmritaBhortake]

Hi Betty, here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y. Hope you love it! I have included 2 additional lemongrass tea recipes in this video.

[@goodtimes4463]

Can someone let me know how much dry lemongrass to put when making chai? For one cup

[@AmritaBhortake]

If you are using dried lemongrass, you can use 1/2 tbsp for 1 cup. Here is a detailed recipe video if you would like to check it out. I have also included 2 additional lemongrass tea recipes in it too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@TaigiTWeseFormosanDiplomat]

now INTO LEMON GRASS PARTY

[@AmritaBhortake]

Thank you. If you would like to make delicious lemongrass chai, here is the recipe: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@maralindkrejci3528]

How can I get LARGE Lemongrass so it's the size the Restaurants use in their recipes? My plant only seems to produce these skinny stalks.

[@AmritaBhortake]

Are you fertilizing it? I fertilize mine twice a year with a slow release organic fertilizer and then intermittently with a foliar spray of kelp.

[@Ingridgarden]

Please share the recipe

[@AmritaBhortake]

I definitely will ☺️

[@kimhanson2810]

Still waiting

[@AmritaBhortake]

Hi Ingrid, here is the lemongrass ginger chai recipe. I also added 2 more of my mom's lemongrass tea recipes to this video. Hope you get a chance to make it and enjoy it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOshqRsqpV-q5Y

[@Ingridgarden]

I ordered some deeds to see if I can grow the lemon grass 😂

[@Ingridgarden]

Thank you so much @@AmritaBhortake

[@manomaym7144]

My lemon grass plant become Dry???? What will I do????

[@AmritaBhortake]

I would recommend looking at the soil condition. Is it too dry? too wet? Do you see any visible signs of disease?

[@manomaym7144]

@@AmritaBhortake it's wet.

[@AmritaBhortake]

@manomaym7144 it might be overwatered and the roots might have rotted. You can take the plant out of the soil and clean it. See if it is alive and if so, plant it in new soil. If the roots are decomposed, it might not make it. Try it out and I hope it helps.

[@manomaym7144]

@@AmritaBhortake Thankyou so much for your valuable suggestions. 🙏🙏🙏🙏Now I am checking it. 👍

[@AmritaBhortake]

@manomaym7144 hope it helps!

[@Karen-ur6mm]

If we need to wear gloves when cutting it.. Why do we see you wrapping it for storing with no gloves? Did you do something first to remove the prickles

[@AmritaBhortake]

That’s a great question and I would recommend having gloves while wrapping it too. I just cannot wrap the leaves with gloves on because I find them too cumbersome. I did get 2 cuts though. Lol 😂 Also, there is no way to remove the sharpness as the edge of the leaf is sharp

[@Karen-ur6mm]

@@AmritaBhortake thank you

[@e.williams13]

You have to rub from the bottom up. If you rub from top to bottom that's when you will literally get cut up

[@AmritaBhortake]

@e.williams13 that is so interesting! I need to try it the next time I prune it. It will be difficult when I am wrapping it but definitely can use this advice while pruning. Thanks so much!

[@adityakasar6795]

Thanks for saying chai and not tea 😊

[@AmritaBhortake]

Hahaha I feel that way too! It’s chai not chai tea.