Lemon Balm

Botanical Name  Melissa officianalis

Cell Punnet  Punnet

Height  35cm

Spacing  25cm

Position  Sun-part shade

Planting Time   Spring

Plant Habit   Spreading

Harvest in  8-10 weeks

Available Seasons  August-March

Strong lemon scented foliage used for flavouring soups, stews, salad dressings and teas.

Lemon balm is shallow rooted so needs some water in hot dry weather. Does not like constant wet soil though. Attracts bees.

Better used fresh than dried.