Description
Lemon balm’s quilted green leaves release a delicious lemony aroma when brushed, making it the perfect fragrant addition to plantings near patios and garden benches. Low-maintenance lemon balm thrives in beds or containers, as long as roots sink into well-drained soil. Bees can’t resist this bushy beauty, so be sure to tuck it in a garden where you grow vegetables and fruits that need pollinating. Trim plants after flowering to limit seeds and subsequent self-sown volunteers. Take advantage of lemon balm’s scent as an insect deterrent — toss a few stems onto a hot grill to drive away mosquitoes.
Additional information
Weight | 0.000 oz |
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Latin Name | Melissa officinalis |
Plant Type | Perennial Herb |
Care | Best planted in average to dry, well-drained soil. |
Light Requirements | |
Habit | Bushy, spreading habit. |
Plant Height | 20-24 inches |
Plant Width | 18 inches |
Foliage | Green, lemon-scented foliage. |
Bloom | Lavender-purple flowers bloom in summer. |
Zone | |
Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Songbirds, Container Use, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible, Fragrant, Low Maintenance |
Container Size | |
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