Melissa officinalis

Lemon Balm

Outstanding for planting near walkways, decks and patios where scant can be enjoyed. The dry leaves can be used for tea.

Long, silky hairs cover the heart shaped green leaves and stems. A fresh, lemon-mint fragrance. Use in borders, teas, sachets, salads and soups.

  • Lemon Balm serves as a bee plant, useful in attracting bees to a new hive. Still, Steven "Manual of Herbaceous Ornamental Plants"

Additional:

did you know?

European settlers introduced lemon balm to North America, believing its uplifting flavor had medicinal value. Colonial-era recipes from Williamsburg require lemon balm, and Thomas Jefferson grew it at Monticello.



Read more at Marthastewart.com: Golden lemon balm: Melissa officinalis 'All Gold' - Martha Stewart Home and Garden

Lemon Balm Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Actually preforms better in poor, infertile soil. Allow soil to dry between through waterings.

Height:

24-36 Inches

Spread:

18 Inches

Hardiness Zone:

4-9

 
Item Description
4" Round Purple Pot Ready-to-Plant in a Container or Garden
 

Characteristics & Attributes for Melissa officinalis

Attributes
• Fragrant
Foliage Color
• Green
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Bees
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Moist, Well-Drained
Habit
• Mounding
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Summer
Uses
• Herb Garden
• Container - Filler (Mounding)
• Bedding Plant