Item Details
Due to its beauty and fragrance, the medieval Frankish king, Charlemagne, had lemon balm planted in every monastery garden. Add to tea, use as a cooking herb to impart lemony flavor, or enjoy its aromatherapeutic qualities in a relaxing bath. Used by herbalists for insomnia and to soothe upset stomachs. A good container variety.
Features
- Family Lamiaceae
- Native Mediterranean region and Asia
- Life Cycle Perennial
- Plant Height Medium (12" - 24")
- Flower Color White
Further Information
- Plant Characteristics Attracts PollinatorsGood for Containers
- Growing Conditions Drought Tolerant
- Plant Resistance Deer Resistant
Planting Lemon Balm
- Plant Spacing A group of 4 seeds every 18"
- Hardiness Zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
- Light Required Full sun to part shade
- Plant Height Medium (12" - 24")
- Planting Depth Press into surface
Planting Details
| Row Spacing | Plant in blocks, groups, or pots |
|---|---|
| Seed Depth | Press into surface |
| Seed Spacing | A group of 4 seeds every 18" |
| Thinning | When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 18" |
| Germination | 10–15 days |
| Start Indoors | 6 to 8 weeks before average last frost. |
| Direct Sow | 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, or up to 2 months before your average first fall frost date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 65°–75°F. |
