Lemon Balm
Lemon Balm is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Melissa officinalis
Lemon Balm resides in the mint family and is native to regions in West Asia, Southern Europe and the Mediterranean. As an aromatic herb with green arrowhead leaves, Lemon Balm or “Honey Plant” is a diverse perennial used as medicine and made into citrusy essential oil. Due to its high antioxidant and antiviral properties, Lemon Balm enhances your focus, relieves inflammation and may help prevent common viral outbreaks.
- Latin Name: Melissa officinalis
- Days to Maturity: 70+(leaves) 90+(seeds) Perennial
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Seed Planting Depth: 1/4”
- Seed Plant Spacing: 20-24”
- Growth Habit: Upright/bush
- Soil Preference: Loamy, sandy and well-drained
- Temp Preference: Warm
- Light Preference: Full sun to partial shade
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Color: Green arrowhead fuzzy leaves, small white flowers
- Flavor: Fragrant, bright, citrusy, aromatic, similar to honey