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Melissa officinalis
Lemon Balm
Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum Photographer:
Description
Lemon Balm's citrus fragrance is a wonderful garden treat and this plant can provide a nice foundation planting and background for more colorful plants. It should be grown in sub or shade with average, well-drained soil to a size of 2'. A versatile herb, it can be used in cooking, teas and skin cleaning. -Holland WIldflower Farm
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.