Melissa Seeds - Heirloom Herbal Plant for Home Gardens

Melissa is a perennial herb grown for its fragrant lemon-scented leaves and bushy green growth. It is commonly cultivated in herb gardens, kitchen gardens, containers, and borders. This herb develops branching stems with small leaves and produces small flowers during the growing season. It grows well in full sun to partial shade with fertile, well-drained soil.

Features

• Fragrant lemon-scented herb
• Perennial leafy growth
• Suitable for herb gardens and containers
• Grows well in full sun to partial shade
• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil
• Suitable for kitchen gardens
• Bushy compact growth habit
• Adapted to mild climates

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Melissa officinalis
• Common Name (US): Lemon Balm
• Seed Type / Variety: Herb Seeds
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial
• USDA Zones: 3 to 9
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to fall
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing Months: March to May
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14 to 28 days at 18 to 22°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained fertile loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate
• Mature Plant Size: 45 to 90 cm height, 30 to 60 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 30 to 45 cm