Lemon Balm 4"

Lemon Balm 4" is a versatile, aromatic herb prized for its lemon-scented foliage and calming properties, making it a standout addition to herb gardens and culinary spaces. This Lemon Balm plant is perfect for flavoring teas, salads, and desserts, while also attracting pollinators and beneficial insects to your garden. Its vigorous growth and adaptability ensure a lush, leafy harvest throughout the growing season, whether planted in containers, raised beds, or sunny borders. Lemon Balm’s cold hardiness and resilience in diverse soil types make it a reliable perennial for Zone 3b gardeners seeking both beauty and utility from their herb garden.

Key Features

Produces abundant lemon-scented leaves ideal for teas, culinary uses, and aromatherapy. Attracts bees and other pollinators, boosting garden biodiversity. Fast-growing and easy to propagate for a continuous fresh supply. Adaptable to containers, raised beds, and traditional garden plots. Resilient perennial herb that returns year after year in Zone 3b gardens. Natural deterrent for certain pests, supporting organic gardening.

Plant Care Instructions

1. Light Requirements:

- Prefers full sun to partial shade; at least 4-6 hours of sunlight daily.

2. Watering:

- Water when the top inch of soil feels dry; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.

3. Soil Type:

- Thrives in well-draining, fertile loamy soil; amend with compost as needed.

4. Temperature & Hardiness Zone:

- Hardy to Zone 3b; tolerates cool temperatures, cover with mulch in late fall for winter protection.

5. Fertilizer:

- Feed monthly with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

6. Pruning & Maintenance:

- Pinch back tips regularly to encourage bushy growth and prevent flowering.