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melissa plant seeds Strictly Medicinal Lemon Balm Seeds (Organic)Lemon balm is a fragrant and resilient perennial herb cherished by home gardeners and small scale growers for its calming qualities, pollinator appeal, and ease of cultivation. Belonging to the mint family, lemon balm produces soft, lemon scented foliage and delicate yellow to pale flowers that bloom in mid to late summer. It is a reliable addition to herb gardens and mixed borders, offering both beauty and utility across USDA Zones 4 to 8. This plant
Lemon balm is a fragrant and resilient perennial herb cherished by home gardeners and small-scale growers for its calming qualities, pollinator appeal, and ease of cultivation. Belonging to the mint family, lemon balm produces soft, lemon-scented foliage and delicate yellow to pale flowers that bloom in mid to late summer. It is a reliable addition to herb gardens and mixed borders, offering both beauty and utility across USDA Zones 4 to 8.
This plant thrives in regular garden soil in either full sun or partial shade. Sow seeds in spring after the last frost. For improved germination, lightly scarify seeds by rubbing them on fine grit sandpaper before planting. Sow seeds directly on the surface, barely covering them with soil. Press in firmly and keep the area evenly moist until germination occurs—typically within 10 to 14 days. Once seedlings emerge, thin or transplant to allow 2 feet between plants to support healthy growth and airflow.
Whether you're cultivating a home apothecary or adding pollinator-friendly herbs to your landscape, lemon balm is a rewarding and low-maintenance choice. Its soothing leaves can be harvested throughout the season for teas, salves, and culinary uses.
For more time-tested medicinal herbs, browse our full collection of herb seeds.
Lemon Balm – Melissa officinalis
Did You Know? Lemon balm has been used in traditional medicine since ancient times to reduce stress and support restful sleep. Its citrusy aroma is especially attractive to honeybees.
Soil Temperature: 65–75°F
Planting Depth: Surface sow
Germination: 10–14 Days
Height At Maturity: 24"
Days To Maturity: 70–90 Days
Sun/Shade: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Spacing After Thinning: 24"
Approx. Seeds per Pack: 100 Seeds
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