Lemon Balm Melissa officinalis
Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) is a tea / tisane herb grown for teas, fruit salads, fish and summer drinks. It prefers full sun to light shade and free-draining, moderately fertile loam, reaching about 40–70 cm. Harvest in april–october for the best flavour and aroma.
- Sun: Full sun to light shade
- Soil: Free-draining, moderately fertile loam
- Watering: Moderate; allow the surface to dry between waterings
- Harvest: April–October
- Difficulty: Easy
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