Lemon Balm. A bushy upright perennial with wrinkled, light green leaves and spikes of yellow flowers throughout summer. Max Height 60cm to 1.2m. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Melissa officinalis
A bushy upright perennial with wrinkled, light green leaves and spikes of yellow flowers throughout summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Melissa |
|---|---|
| Species | officinalis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Lemon Balm |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm, 1.2m |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Cut back after flowering |
| Border | Herb garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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