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Due to its beauty and fragrance, the medieval Frankish king, Charlemagne, had lemon balm planted in every monastery garden. Add to tea, use as a cooking herb to impart lemony flavor, or enjoy its aromatherapeutic qualities in a relaxing bath. Used by herbalists for insomnia and to soothe upset stomachs. A good container variety.
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Variety Info
Family: Lamiaceae
Native: Mediterranean region and Asia
Hardiness: Perennial, USDA zones 3–7
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Plant Dimensions: 18"–24" tall, 24"–36" wide
Variety Info: Lemon balm has crinkled, oval leaves with serrated edges and square stems. The leaves have a lemony mint flavor and fragrance. Small white flowers bloom from mid- to late summer.
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Good for Containers
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, or up to 2 months before your average first fall frost date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 65°–75°F.
When to Start Inside: 6 to 8 weeks before average last frost.
Sprouts in: 10–15 days
Plant Seeds (Depth): Press into surface
Space Seeds: A group of 4 seeds every 18"
Row Spacing: Plant in blocks, groups, or pots
Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 18"
- mirna M.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsMar 5, 20245 Stars
First time growing lemon Balm from seed. my seeds emerged in 7 days. I keep it in room at 70 degree temperature and under LED light at least 12 hours.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner - CustomerVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsNov 21, 20235 Stars
Dried the lemon balm for tea!
- Gertrude S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 20, 2026Good germination
I will be very interested in the product
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningJun 23, 2026Hey Gertrude,
That's wonderful to hear about the good germination on your Lemon Balm Seeds! Lemon balm is such a fantastic herb with that amazing citrusy fragrance and so many great uses. It sounds like you're off to a great start with those seeds sprouting well! We'd love to hear how they grow for you as the season progresses. Thanks for sharing your lemon balm experience with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- JonathonRated 5 out of 5 starsDec 1, 20255 Stars
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- Barbara W.Verified BuyerRated 4 out of 5 starsJan 20, 20254 Stars
Great! Can’t wait for spring! Need to order zinnia
