Lemon Balm Seeds – Melissa officinalis

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Lemon Balm Seeds – Melissa Officinalis

Grow your own fragrant Lemon Balm, a hardy, herbaceous perennial that reaches up to 75 cm in height. Its fresh, lemon-scented leaves are perfect for salads, teas, and creamy sauces for pork or poultry, while its delicate flowers attract bees and other pollinators, earning it the nickname “bee balm.”

How to Grow Lemon Balm from Seed:

Sowing: Sow seeds in trays filled with seed compost. Germination usually occurs within 2–3 weeks.

Soil & Location: Thrives in any well-drained garden soil, including dry spots, in full sun or partial shade.

Care: Low-maintenance perennial that will return year after year, adding beauty and aroma to your herb garden.

Perfect for herb gardens, container planting, or pollinator-friendly borders, Lemon Balm is both a culinary delight and a garden-friendly plant that supports bees and beneficial insects.