Melissa officinalis

Lamiaceae

Lemon Balm

Perennial clumps grow to 0.7m tall, but will die down in wither; to regrow again in spring.

Lemon scented foliage.

Uses

Fresh foliage can be used as a lemon substitute to flavour drinks, sweets or anywhere else that lemons might be used. Dried foliage may be used in potpourri.

Culture

Grows in moist soils in a temperate climate; but not dry soils. Needs plenty of light but tolerates some shade. Very hardy in all but extremely hot or cold places. Fast growing.

Propagation

Seed, division of clumps, or cuttings in spring or autumn.

Cultivars

Variegated and green leaved forms.

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