Lemon Balm corresponds to the Hierophant Tarot card that represents education and desire for spiritual guidance. For those looking to begin the journey of growing Lemon Balm is a wonderful teacher as it is easy to grow with its bountiful supply of lemon-kissed leaves. Known for a multitude of healing properties in the herbal community, this plant has endless beneficial possibilities including uses in teas and culinary seasoning. Perennial.
Melissa officinalis
Each envelope contains 15 seeds.
Instructions: Sow seeds in the early spring inside 6-8 weeks before last frost or outside after danger of last frost has passed. Plant can tolerate light shade.
Plant: surface sow - do not bury
Space: 18-24" apart
Germination: 7-21 days
Maturity: 70 days
Height: 24"
Soil: rich, well draining
Hardiness: Zones 4-9