What type of sunlight does Lemon verbena need?

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Lemon verbena does best with exposure to full or part sun. They will perform best with direct morning light, but in summer they need protection from the strong afternoon sun. In temperate environments, too much hot afternoon sun can burn the leaves, damaging the plant's appearance and health.

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Lemon verbena

A species of Beebrushes

Botanical name: Aloysia citrodora

Genus: Beebrushes

Description

Lemon verbena (Aloysia citrodora) is a perennial shrub species that was brought to Europe by Spanish and Portuguese sailors in the 17th century for its oil. This species is native to South America. Lemon verbena emits a strong lemon scent when bruised. The epithet "citrodora" in the scientific name means "lemon-scented." This species blooms in late spring or early summer, although potted lemon verbenas may not flower. Another name for this species is lemon beebrush.

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