Organic Lemon Balm

Lemon Balm - Mellissa officinalis Perennial Lemon Balm is a member of the mint family and has fragrant lemon-scented leaves and clusters of small white flowers that are attractive to bees. Lemon Balm's botanical name "Melissa" is Greek for "honey bee". The leaves can be used for flavoring teas, ice cream, fruit or in pesto and also have medicinal qualities. Lemon Balm is often included in sachets and potpourris. Did You Know? Lemon Balm is used as a flavoring in some toothpastes. Soil Temperature: 70°FPlanting Depth: 1/8"Germination: 14-21 DaysHeight At Maturity: 24"-36"Sun/Shade: Partial SunSpacing After Thinning: 12"-15"Approx Seeds per Pack: 100 Seeds Features Attracts Bees/Butterflies Attracts Hummingbirds Container Compatible Does Not Require Support Good for Drying Open-Pollinated Plant Spreads Requires Summer Water Shade Tolerant Characteristics USDA Growing Zone: Certified Organic Product Approximate Harvest Time : Early