Melissa Officinalis | Lemon Balm Or Melissa Officinalis
Lemon-scented, light green leaves appear in early spring and are followed...
Plant description
Lemon-scented, light green leaves appear in early spring and are followed in midsummer by spikes of tiny, pale-yellow flowers, which fade to white or lilac. This is an easy-to-grow foliage plant that is ideal for the front of a sunny border or herb garden. The flowers are attractive to bees, reflected in one of the plant's common names (bee balm), and the lemon-scented leaves are delicious in salads, soups and also great for tea making.
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Flowering period
June - August
Soil type
All soil types
Hardiness
Fully hardy
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