Bonnie Plants Lemon Balm, 19.3 oz.
$5.98
With a lemony fragrance and mild taste, Lemon Balm is often combined with other herbs to make teas or sachets, or to flavor poultry dishes, fish recipes, or desserts. This plant is a member of the mint family, so it spreads quickly; for that reason, you may want to grow it in a container. Plant Lemon Balm near a gate or walkway, where it will release its heavenly scent whenever you brush by.
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- Member of the mint family with a lemon scent
- Mild flavor often used in poultry recipes, fish dishes, and desserts
- Pollinator friendly herb often used by beekeepers
- Best grown in containers due to tendency to spread
- Use to make tea
- Light Requirements: Part Shade
- Space 20 to 24" apart
- Good for containers
| Brand | Bonnie Plants |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |
| Annual/Perennial | Perennial |
| Bloom Color | Purple |
| Botanical Name | Melissa officinalis |
| Features | Member of the mint family with a lemon scent. Mild flavor often used in poultry recipes, fish dishes, and desserts. Pollinator friendly herb often used by beekeepers. |
| Hardiness Zones | 3 (-40 to -30 F), 5 (-20 to -10 F), 4 (-30 to -20 F), 7 (0 to 10 F), 6 (-10 to 0 F) |
| Harvest Season | Spring/Summer/Fall |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Outdoor |
| Mature Height | 24-36 in |
| Mature Width | 24-36 in |
| Maximum Time to Germinate | 0 days |
| Maximum Time to Mature | 0 days |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Planting Depth | 6 in. |
| Plant Type | Lemon Balm |
| Product Height | 8 in. |
| Product Length | 4.25 in. |
| Product Weight | 2 lb. |
| Product Width | 4.25 in. |
| Recommended Planting Time | Spring |
| Recommended Space Between Plantings | 18-36 in |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun and Part Shade |
| Warranty | If your plant looks dead on arrival or has an issue with the first 10 days after delivery, please contact us with a picture of your plant so we can help get you a new, healthy replacement plant. Please contact orders@bonnieplants.com. |
| Watering Requirements | Twice Weekly |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 118440 |