Melissa officinalis
Lemon Balm
Flower Colors
Description
An aromatic, bushy perennial up to 1m tall and wide. Heart-shaped leaves are lemon-scented with scalloped edges are 2-8 cm long. Leafy spikes of creamy-white or pale purple flowers are full of nectar, attracting bees and other pollinators in summer. The leaves are often used as a culinary herb
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H9
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 4-10
Fragrance
Foliage
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantCottage and informal gardenWildlife gardensFlower borders and beds
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1LP101010V0010Z00010 | €3.30 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.