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Lemon Balm

🌿 Herb
Hardiness Zones 3a to 7b
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📖 About This Plant

Citrus-scented perennial member of the mint family. Refreshing lemon flavor for teas, desserts, fish dishes, and cocktails. Extremely easy to grow and prolific. Calming herbal properties.

📊 Quick Facts

Sun
Full to Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Season
Spring
Harvest
70-80 days

🌱 Care Tips

Contain like mint — it spreads. Cut back in midsummer to prevent spreading. Makes wonderful fresh or dried tea. Attracts bees. Great in containers.

🤝 Companion Plants

These plants grow well alongside Lemon Balm:

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