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Melissa officinalis
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Lemon balmHerb, Perennial, DeciduousFamily: Lamiaceae
- Height: 1mSpread: 50cm
- Hardy
- Attractive to wildlife
Flower colour:
White
Foliage colour:
Green
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Position
Sun Exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Soil
Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Lemon balm, Melissa officinalis, is a robust herbaceous perennial grown for its aromatic foliage, which can be used in desserts and to make a revitalising herbal tea. In the summer months it produces small white flowers that are a hit with bees. Use a small handful of fresh leaves, then steep and strain to make tea that can be enjoyed hot or iced.
Like mint, it's a particularly rampant grower, so is best confined to a raised bed or container where it can't spread too much.
For best results, grow Melissa officinalis in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Cut back after flowering to promote fresh growth and prevent seeds from forming.
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Melissa ‘Officinalis’ and wildlife
Melissa ‘Officinalis’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Melissa ‘Officinalis’ poisonous?
Melissa ‘Officinalis’ has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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