Lemon Balm
Lemon Balm
Melissa officinalis
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Lamiaceae (Mint family) · Genus: Melissa
About
Perennial herb that grows best in full sun. Leaves are used in teas, sauces, or salads. Plants attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Characteristics
Color
Green
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Perennial
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist but Well Drained
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Germination
12–21 days
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Days to Maturity
68–72 days
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
6-8 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
2-4 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
2-4 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
2-4 Weeks Before First Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.5 in
Seed Spacing
24 in
Row Spacing
24 in
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Air Temp
-30 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
Start seeds indoors, 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost. Sow in open ground well exposed when soil is warm. Thin when plants are a few inches tall. Transplant to garden after frost. Harden off before transplanting.
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