Lemon Balm Seeds – Melissa officinalis Flower Plant

Lemon Balm is a fragrant perennial herb prized for its refreshing lemon-scented foliage and delicate clusters of small white flowers. Widely grown in herb gardens, pollinator gardens, and containers, it attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects throughout the blooming season. Easy to grow and highly versatile, Lemon Balm is valued for both its ornamental appeal and traditional culinary and herbal uses.

Features

• Fresh lemon-scented aromatic foliage
• Delicate white pollinator-friendly flowers
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects
• Ideal for herb gardens and containers
• Easy-to-grow perennial herb
• Suitable for culinary and herbal use
• Long-lasting garden fragrance

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Melissa officinalis
• Common Name (US): Lemon Balm
• Seed Type / Variety: Flowering Perennial Herb
• Growth Habit: Bushy clump-forming perennial
• USDA Zones: 4–9
• Planting Season: Spring or Fall
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: Early Spring to Summer
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–21 days in warm, moist soil with light exposure
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
• Mature Plant Size: 18–36 inches tall and wide
• Plant Spacing: 18–24 inches apart