Organic Herb – Lemon Balm

£1.49£9.99

This is the most fragrant variety available with an essential oil content up to .4%. Fresh or dried leaves are made into a wonderful calming lemon-scented tea (sweeten with honey).  Fresh leaves can be used to give a lemony tang to salads and drinks.

SKU: rng_Organic Herb - Lemon Balm Categories: , ,

Organic Herb Lemon Balm

Organic Herb Lemon Balm. This is the most fragrant variety available with an essential oil content up to .4%. Fresh or dried leaves are made into a wonderful calming lemon-scented tea (sweeten with honey).  Fresh leaves can be used to give a lemony tang to salads and drinks. Little pale yellow flowers in the summer attract bees and butterflies in abundance.   Compact, mildew resistant 10-12 inch plants are extremely easy to grow and propagate.  Perennial.

 Cultivation Advice Organic Herb Lemon Balm   

  • Sow undercover from 6 weeks prior to the last frost or after the last frost outside.
  • Seeds should be lightly pressed into the growing medium and lightly covered with compost or vermiculite.
  • Germination in 10-15 days depending on temperature provided.
  • When 1in tall transplant to pots and grow on.
  • Acclimatize to outdoor conditions after all danger of frost has passed.
  • Best planted in small blocks / groups for best effect.
  • Prefers slightly shaded location with ample moisture.