Ferry-Morse
Lemon Balm
Specialty Herbs
Melissa officinalis
Open PollinatedNon-GMONon-Neonic
About (From this Label)
Perennial herb that grows best in full sun. Leaves are used in teas, sauces, or salads. Plants attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Perennial zone 4+
Annual below
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Exposure
Full Sun
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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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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
1/2 in
Seed Spacing
2 ft
Planting and Care Instructions (From this Label)
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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