Lemon Balm

Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) is a wonderful garden herb, known for its lemony-citrus aroma and flavor. The fresh leaves of Lemon Balm make a delicious, relaxing tea. This plant is considered to be an uplifting herb; it is classically soothing. Lemon Balm is very easy to grow, and produces abundantly once established. It prefers a location with decently fertile soil, and plenty of water. An excellent variety for container gardening. One of our best herbal allies.

Seeds are certified organic.

Size: Packet: 75 seeds (0.06 gram), OG

Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) is a wonderful garden herb, known for its lemony-citrus aroma and flavor. The fresh leaves of Lemon Balm make a delicious, relaxing tea. This plant is considered to be an uplifting herb; it is classically soothing. Lemon Balm is very easy to grow, and produces abundantly once established. It prefers a location with decently fertile soil, and plenty of water. An excellent variety for container gardening. One of our best herbal allies.

Seeds are certified organic.

Common Name:
Lemon Balm
Scientific Name:
Melissa officinalis
Description:
A perennial plant that forms aromatic lemon-scented leaves used for tea. Also called “Melissa.”
Plant Lifespan:
Perennial
Cold Hardiness:
Zone 9b
Light Requirements:
Full Sun (min. 6 hours a day)/Part Shade
Seed In:
Early Spring-Summer
Seeding Depth:
1/16 in.
Days to Sprout:
7-21
Optimal Soil Temperature (F):
65–70
Plant Spacing:
2-3 ft.
Average Days from Seed to Harvest:
60-90

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