Lemon Balm seeds
Product Description:
Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) is a fragrant, bushy herb from the mint family, prized for its lemony aroma, medicinal properties, and use in teas, salads, and aromatherapy. It’s easy to grow at home in pots, kitchen gardens, or herbal beds.
Key Features of Lemon Balm Seeds
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Melissa officinalis |
| Common Name | Lemon Balm |
| Type | Perennial herb (often grown as annual in warm climates) |
| Sunlight Requirement | Full sun to partial shade |
| Plant Height | 12–24 inches |
| Days to Germinate | 7–14 days |
| Harvest Time | 60–70 days from sowing |
How to Grow Lemon Balm from Seeds
1. When to Sow
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Best time (India): October to March (cooler months preferred)
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Start indoors or directly in pots
2. Seed Sowing Method
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Sowing Depth | Lightly press seeds on soil; do not cover deeply |
| Growing Medium | Use cocopeat, potting soil, or herb mix |
| Watering | Keep moist but not waterlogged |
| Spacing | 8–12 inches between plants |
3. Light & Temperature
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Prefers morning sun and afternoon shade in hot climates
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Thrives in 15–25°C; may wilt in high summer unless shaded
Care Tips
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Trim regularly to promote bushy growth
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Pinch flower buds to keep leaves flavorful
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Water regularly, especially in containers
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Can be propagated from cuttings or division too
Uses of Growing Lemon Balm Seeds
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Herbal tea (fresh or dried leaves)
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Calming remedy for anxiety and sleep
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Flavoring for salads, desserts, and cold drinks
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Mosquito repellent and natural skin soother
Names of Lemon Balm Seeds
Scientific Name :Melissa officinalis
Common Names : Lemon Balm, Sweet Balm, Bee Balm, Melissa
Indian Regional Names : लेमन बाम बीज (Lemon Balm Beej) , எலுமிச்சை பழம் விதைகள் (Elumichai Balm Vidhaigal) , నిమ్మ బామ్ విత్తనాలు (Nimma Balm Vittanalu) , ಲಿಂಬು ಬಾಮ್ ಬೀಜಗಳು (Limbu Balm Beejagalu), ലെമൺ ബാം വിത്തുകൾ (Lemon Balm Vithukal) , লেমন বাম বীজ (Lemon Balm Beej) , लिंबू बाम बिया (Limbu Balm Biyā) ,લીંબુ બામ બીજ (Limbu Balm Beej)
Why Choose Us to Buy Lemon Balm Seeds ?
NativeIndian Organics provides quality Lemon Balm seeds online in India that are always premium quality tested, fresh, cost-effective, and well-maintained. We are providing all the essential gardening items like Organic fertilizers, Organic pest controllers, Vermicompost, Cocopeat, Native variety Vegetable seeds, Flower seeds, HDPE Grow bags, Plastic planters, Gardening tools and accessories.
Happy Gardening!
