Lemon Balm Plants (Melissa Officinalis)

Perennial. This small white, although they can also be a pale pruple flowered plant with its scalloped edged, oval leaves giving off a lemon scent.

Although they can be cooked or dried, the leaves are best used fresh for a variety of things such as, herb teas, salads, sauces and even vinegars.

Dried leaves can also be added to herb pillows and potpurris.

Height: 20-60cm 

Prefers: Well drained soils and sun

Flowers: July - September