Lemon Balm Herb Seeds – Fragrant Perennial Garden Variety

Overview

Lemon Balm Seeds produce a beautiful, fragrant perennial herb known for its bright green, heart-shaped leaves and refreshing lemon aroma. A favorite among home gardeners, Lemon Balm is easy to grow, low-maintenance, and ideal for borders, pollinator gardens, and containers.

This versatile herb thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to most soil types. It’s perfect for gardeners looking to add a soft, citrus-scented plant to their garden that also attracts bees and butterflies.

Features

• Premium quality non-GMO lemon balm seeds
• Produces lush green foliage with a fresh lemon fragrance
• Hardy perennial that returns year after year
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators
• Suitable for garden beds, borders, and containers
• Reliable germination and easy to grow

Specifications

• Common Name (US): Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)
• Seed Type: Perennial herb, open-pollinated, non-GMO
• Planting Season: Spring or early fall
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (6+ hours daily)
• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil with pH 6.0–7.5
• Sowing Method: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before transplanting or direct sow outdoors after frost danger has passed; press seeds lightly into soil—do not cover deeply
• Germination Time: 10–14 days at 65–75°F
• Days to Maturity: 70–90 days from sowing
• Spacing: 12–18 inches between plants, 24 inches between rows
• Plant Height: 18–24 inches tall
• Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Yield: Continuous harvest of fragrant leaves throughout the growing season
• Storage Use: Fresh leaves best used immediately; can be dried and stored for later use