100+ Lemon Balm Seeds, Herb Seeds, Non-GMO, Heirloom

Lemon balm is a hardy perennial that thrives in full sun or partial shade in very hot areas. A great candidate for container growing, in the garden it can reseed and spread. Treat it as you might a favorite mint! Lemon balm, with its lemon scent and flavor, is valued as a culinary, cosmetic and medicinal herb. Fresh sprigs are used to top drinks and as garnishes on salads and main dishes. Fresh or dried leaves make a refreshing tea, either iced or hot. Dried leaves are used as an ingredient in many potpourris and the oil is used in perfume.

Days to Maturity: Perennial

Planting Depth: 1/4"

Plant Spacing: 18-24”

Growth Habit: Upright

Soil Preference: Moderately fertile, well-drained

Temp Preference: Warm

Light Preference: Full sun/partial shade

Color: Light green and white/pale yellow flowers

Flavor: Lemon and hints of mint

Sowing and Growing

Sow lemon balm seeds inside 6 to 8 weeks before the average last frost date for your area or outside once the soil can be worked. Germination will take about 2 weeks. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The plant will need more water as it grows. Lemon balm grows to about 2 feet tall and wide. Lemon balm will go dormant through the winter season. Be sure not to overwater as this can lead to root rot.

Harvesting

Harvest lemon balm by picking off fresh leaves as needed or gather cut stems into bunches and hang upside down to dry. Flavor is best as the plant nears flowering and dried leaves should be used within 6 months. Store the leaves in a cool, dry space.