Lemon Balm

Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) 

Melissa officinalis, a member of the mint family, is considered a calming herb. It was used as far back as the Middle Ages to reduce stress and anxiety, promote sleep, improve appetite, and ease pain and discomfort from indigestion (including gas and bloating, as well as colic). Melissa comes from a Greek word "melittena" meaning "honey bee”

Plant type:  Hardy Perennial

Sow when:  Spring - Autumn

Sow where:  Punnets or direct

Spacing x Height:  50cm x 50cm

Position:  Full sun

Growing days:   80 days

Seeds per package: 150