Oragnic Melissa officinalis
Oragnic Melissa officinalis
Oragnic Melissa officinalis
Melissa officinalis
Lemon Balm, Common Balm, Balm Mint
I received a naked vigorous plan and it has taken well and continues to develop well!
Marianne, 03/07/2021
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Lemon balm is an aromatic, condimental, medicinal, and highly honey-producing perennial shrub. It is very easy to cultivate, either in the ground or in a pot. Its leaves will add a lemony note to your salads, fish dishes, or desserts. It is also used for making infusions. Sow lemon balm from April to June for a harvest from May to October.
It is native to the Mediterranean region. It belongs to the Lamiaceae family, like mint. It is a herbaceous perennial that is highly honey-producing. Its name actually comes from the Greek word "melissa," which means 'bee'. Lemon balm is also known as lemon balm, referring to the lemon scent of its leaves, which is ideal for repelling mosquitoes in summer!
Choose carefully where you want to sow it. Lemon balm is a bushy plant that can reach 80cm (32in) in height and 50cm (20in) in width. It prefers a sunny or semi-shaded exposure. Sow it if possible in a somewhat isolated location as lemon balm will spread and could encroach on neighboring plants. To prevent lemon balm from becoming invasive, remember to prune it during flowering. It is a very hardy plant that can grow almost anywhere. Lemon balm also grows very well in pots, which allows you to control its spread.
In terms of cuisine, fresh or dried lemon balm leaves add a lemony note to salads, fish dishes, or desserts. They can also be used for making infusions.
Harvest: The leaves can be harvested from May to October, as needed. Lemon balm concentrates its aromatic qualities the most in June. If you want to dry the leaves, cut the stems when they are in bud.
Storage: Consume fresh lemon balm leaves to fully enjoy their scent. For longer storage, you can freeze or dry them. For drying, hang the stems in a ventilated room, then put the leaves in airtight jars.
Gardener's tip: After pruning, keep a few lemon balm branches. Put them in your wardrobe to scent your clothes and repel moths.
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Botanical data
Melissa
officinalis
Lamiaceae
Lemon Balm, Common Balm, Balm Mint
Cultivar or hybrid
Perennial
Planting and care
Sowing of the Melissa:
Melissa likes fresh, fertile and light soils, but will be able to establish itself anywhere. Sow in spring, from April to June, under cover or directly in place, at a depth of 1cm (0in). If necessary, thin out and transplant the plants in place, at 50cm (20in) intervals. Be vigilant regarding snails and slugs that may feast on the young shoots.
Cultivating Melissa:
Water primarily in case of high temperatures. Prune regularly before or at the beginning of flowering to prevent spontaneous sowing. Cut the stems before frosts and at the end of spring to promote the emergence of new leaves. Mulch at the base to protect from the cold.
You can propagate it by dividing the clumps in spring or autumn. This division should be done approximately every 5 years or regularly for potted cultivation.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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