Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is a perennial plant that has been cherished for centuries both in culinary and natural medicine. Its lemony scent and medicinal properties make it indispensable in any herb garden. Additionally, lemon balm is a melliferous plant, attracting bees and other pollinators, thereby supporting biodiversity in the ecosystem. It can be used to prepare aromatic infusions and added to salads, cottage cheese, vegetable, and meat dishes, enhancing their flavour and aroma. The high-quality lemon balm seeds offered by Garden Seeds Market guarantee healthy and lush plants, perfect for home gardens.

Sowing

For optimal light exposure necessary for germination, sow lemon balm seeds at a shallow depth. After sowing, gently press the seeds into the soil surface to aid their development.

Sowing Depth

Sow lemon balm seeds at a depth of approximately 0.5 cm. This depth provides the seeds with suitable germination conditions, allowing for quick growth and ensuring light access for young seedlings.

Sowing Period Under Cover

When should you sow lemon balm seeds under cover? The optimal period is from March to April. Sowing seeds during this time results in healthy and strong seedlings, ready for transplanting in May.

Planting Time

Lemon balm is best planted from 20th May to June. During this period, the weather conditions are most favourable for young plants, promoting rapid growth and acclimatisation in their new location.

Plant Spacing

Plant lemon balm with a spacing of 40x40 cm. These distances allow the plants to develop freely, providing them with adequate space and nutrient access.

Site Conditions

Lemon balm prefers sunny or slightly shaded locations. It thrives best in fertile, well-drained, and moderately moist soils, which provide optimal growing conditions. By ensuring the right site conditions, you can enjoy healthy and fragrant leaves throughout the growing season.

Growing Tips

Lemon balm is easy to grow, requiring only regular watering and occasional fertilisation. It's important to avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Regularly trimming the shoot tips also encourages the plant to bush out.

Harvest Period

The leaves and shoot tips of lemon balm are harvested from July to September. During this time, the plant is most aromatic and rich in essential oils, making it ideal for culinary and home apothecary use.

Usage

Lemon balm is versatile in its uses. In the kitchen, it can be added to salads, desserts, cottage cheese, and both meat and vegetable dishes. Its leaves are also perfect for preparing refreshing infusions that have calming and relaxing effects. In home remedies, lemon balm is used to alleviate stress and digestive issues.

Why Buy from Garden Seeds Market

Shopping at Garden Seeds Market ensures you receive top-quality seeds that have undergone rigorous laboratory testing. Customers praise us for fast delivery, as well as professional service and support in choosing the right products. The lemon balm seeds offered by our store guarantee healthy and lush plants, ideal for home gardens. With our products, you can enjoy aromatic herbs all year round.

The package contains 100 g of seeds. The package includes information on cultivation guidelines and the sowing validity date.