Up for sale is one pack of 200 Lemon Balm herb seeds (Melissa officinalis). Also known as also Lemon Mint or Purple Horsemint, Lemon Balm is well know for it's herbal medicinal powers and is also used in making teas and as an essential oil. Leaves are traditionally dried to make a calming tea.
We offer flat rate combined shipping on all orders, no limit on the amount or type of seed packets.
CULTURE
Soil temperature: Min 70 degrees
Germination lighting: Light
Depth: 1/16"
Germination days: 10 days
Plant spread: 12"
Plant height: 24''
Plant type: Annual
Maturation days: 60 days
For zones 3-10 These seeds require light to germinate and they are best started in pots, but you can sow them directly in your garden in late spring once temperatures stay in the mid 70's.
The seeds are very tiny so it's best to mix them with sand and use a small shaker to distribute. For pots or trays start with pre-moistened potting mix and distribute the seed and sand mix on the top of your pot. These need light and warmth to germinate so expose to a light source and keep in the 70's during the germination process. Once seedlings are around 2" tall slowly introduce them into your garden in spring after your last frost.
You can also direct seed in spring by mixing your seed packet with sand and using the shaker method in your garden bed. These grow rapidly and after around 100 days with start to create large purple flowers.