Melissa officinalis (Lemon Balm)


Melissa officinalis (Lemon Balm)
30 (80)cm, Lemon Balm is a herbaceous perennial with light green, strongly toothed, egg shaped, pleasantly lemon-scented leaves and small pale yellow axillary flowerss which attract bees and butterflies. The leaves have been used for centuries in potpourris and to prepare teas. It is native of S Europe and N Africa and is easily cultivated in any rich, well drained soil in full sun to partial shade. VI-VII.

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