Lemon Balm Seeds

Lemon Balm Herb Seeds

Botanical Name: Melissa officinalis

Lemon Balm is a fragrant perennial herb prized for its refreshing lemon-mint aroma, culinary versatility and traditional herbal uses. Its highly aromatic leaves are ideal for herbal teas, salads, desserts and fresh garnishes, while its nectar-rich flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators. It is also suitable for growing as a gourmet microgreen.

• Premium perennial herb with a fresh lemon fragrance.
• Perfect for herbal teas, fresh cooking and drying.
• Suitable for microgreens and mature herb production.
• Excellent pollinator plant for bee-friendly gardens.
• Easy to grow in garden beds, raised beds or containers.
• Returns year after year once established.

Why Grow Lemon Balm?

Lemon Balm is one of the easiest perennial herbs to grow and quickly produces lush green foliage throughout the growing season. Harvest leaves regularly for fresh tea, dry them for herbal blends, or grow as an attractive companion plant that supports biodiversity. The young leaves also make an excellent aromatic microgreen.

Growing Instructions

• Sow during spring or autumn when temperatures are between 15–25°C.
• Sow seeds 3 mm deep into moist, well-drained soil.
• Keep evenly moist until germination (10–14 days).
• Thin plants to approximately 50 cm apart.
• Prefers morning sun or partial shade in warmer climates.
• Prune regularly to encourage bushy growth and delay flowering.
• Cut plants back after flowering to promote fresh growth.

Growing as Microgreens

• Do not soak seeds before sowing.
• Use approximately 10 g of seed per 30 × 35 cm tray.
• Fill trays with 2–3 cm of quality seed raising mix or coconut coir.
• Scatter seed evenly and gently press into the surface.
• Cover with a humidity dome until germination.
• Maintain moisture by misting once or twice daily.
• Move into bright light once seedlings emerge.
• Harvest after approximately 24–30 days.

Harvest

• Microgreens: Harvest 24–30 days after sowing by cutting just above the soil.
• Mature Plants: Begin harvesting once plants reach 15–20 cm tall. Harvest regularly for continuous growth. Leaves have the strongest flavour just before flowering.

When to Sow

Quick Growing Guide