Lemon Balm Seeds - Organic

SKU: HLM101
Open-Pollinated
Certified Organic
Heirloom
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Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) bursts with bright, citrusy scent—perfect for calming teas, summer lemonades, and herb butters. A member of the mint family, it’s hardy, spreading, and happiest in part sun to full sun with average soil. Traditionally used to ease stress and settle digestion, it’s still a go‑to for evening brews and homemade salves. Cut plants back midseason to refresh tender growth and curb wandering roots. Dry leaves quickly in shade to hold aroma. If you want a forgiving perennial that perfumes the garden and pantry, lemon balm is it.

Start seed indoors 6-8 weeks before transplanting into the garden. Optimum soil temperature for seed germination is 60-75 degrees. Transplant to the garden 1-2 weeks after your average last frost date. Or, plant seeds directly in the garden after average last frost date. Harvest leaves after plants have become established. Lemon balm's small white flowers attract honey bees. Can be used for culinary and medicinal uses. Self-sows readily.

Scientific name: melissa officinalis
Days to maturity: 70-90
Seed depth: surface-1/8"
Days to sprout: 10-15
Plant spacing: 12"
Row spacing: 18-24"
Light requirements: sunny / partial shade
Plant height: 18-24"
Life cycle: perennial
Frost hardy: yes

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