Lemon Balm Organic Seeds

Nature & Nurture Seeds

Melissa officinalis

$4.49

Pkt (≈160 seeds)

An aromatic perennial herb with a bright, distinct lemon flavor and medicinal qualities.
Tender leaves are excellent for teas, cold drinks, tinctures, and fresh dishes. In summer, plants produce small white flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. Easy to grow and dependable.

Lemon balm is a relative of mint and can spread vigorously by rhizome - plant it only where it's ok for it to spread. At our farm we have it surrounded by lawn so we can mow it if it gets to aggressive. Removing the flower stalks will encourage new leaf growth and prevent self-seeding. 

Plants are 12-24" tall. 

70 days to maturity.

Start seeds inside 3/1-3/31 at 65-70°. Water soil before sowing seeds. Seeds need light to germinate - sow seeds on soil surface and expose them to indirect light (either artificial light or sunlight). Keep seeds moist until germination by watering them with a mist (a handheld sprayer works well for this). Cover seed flat with a dome to keep moisture in (but you should air it out 1x per day for 20 minutes to prevent fungal growth). Days to germination: 7-14. Transplant outside after last frost 5/20-6/30, spaced 12" apart.