Lemon-ade Balm Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) | Proven Winners New Variety 2027
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Brighten up your culinary garden and home recipes with the vibrant, citrus-infused charm of Lemon-ade Balm™ Lemon Balm! Known for its invigorating lemon scent and rich herbal versatility, this fast-growing, resilient herb is a prized staple for kitchen gardens, tea lovers, and creative home cooks alike. Lemon-ade Balm™ produces dense mounds of textured, vibrant green leaves bursting with sweet, lemony essential oils. When crushed, the foliage releases a delightful citrus aroma that elevates an extraordinarily wide range of dishes. From steeping as a soothing, hot herbal tea to tossing into fresh fruit and green salads, blending into creamy herb butters, or incorporating into savory poultry stuffings, egg dishes, and fruit sorbets, this multi-talented herb brings a fresh, zesty twist to every meal.
- 12-24 inches tall and 20-24 inches wide at maturity
- Annual except in zones 4-9, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success
- Plant in full sun (6+ hours daily)
- Space plants 12-16 inches apart for best results
- Produces white flowers during summer
- Maintains green foliage spring to frost
- Great for containers, edible gardens
- Attracts bees
- Edible, fall interest, heat tolerant, deadheading not necessary
Care: Fertilize weekly with Proven Winners Water Soluble Plant Food. Harvesting regularly will encourage new leafy growth.
Shipping Info:
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- Size at shipping varies by season, plant, and trimming schedules
