Lemon Balm | Melissa officinalis

Lemon Balm is a versatile and aromatic herb cherished for its myriad uses in culinary and medicinal applications. Here at the nursery, we make a delightful summer tea out of lemon balm and various mints that cools you down from the inside out. It has a long history of use as a stress reliever, sleep aid, digestive soother, and cold sore healer. Bees love this plant when it blooms in the summer.

Latin Name: Melissa officinalis
Site and Soil: Full to part sun and well-drained soil
Size at Maturity: 2' h by 2′ w.
Pests & Diseases: No pests or diseases that we’ve seen here in North Georgia
USDA Zone: 4-9