How to Grow Lemon Balm Indoors

Light. In both indoor and outdoor environments, lemon balm loves a sunny spot. However, unlike an outdoor lemon balm plant—which can tolerate a bit of shade—those planted indoors need ample sunlight, at least five to six hours a day. Place your herb containers near a windowsill that gets ample light throughout the day.

Is Lemon balm easy to grow?
How do you grow lemon balm at home?
Is Lemon balm easy to grow from seed?
Is Lemon balm hard to grow?
Does lemon balm plant repel mosquitoes?
Can I eat lemon balm leaves?
Is lemon balm a good indoor plant?
How long does lemon balm take to grow?
Can I plant lemon balm and mint together?
Does lemon balm plant spread?
Will Lemon balm grow in shade?
Does lemon balm attract bees?

Is Lemon balm easy to grow?

Yes, lemon balm is one of the easiest herbs to grow in a container. It will flourish in a pot with rich, well-drained potting mix.

How do you grow lemon balm at home?

Planting depth: Sow lemon balm seed ¼ inch deep; very light cover is all lemon balm needs for germination. Keep the seedbed moist until seed germinates. Spacing: Thin successful seedlings to 8 inches apart and later thin plants to 18 inches apart. Space rows 18 to 24 inches apart.

Is Lemon balm easy to grow from seed?

Like most mint family members, lemon balm is easily started from seed. For outdoor culture, seed can be sown either in mid-spring after all danger of frost has passed or in early fall to late winter.

Is Lemon balm hard to grow?

Growing lemon balm is very easy. The plants aren't picky about where they grow and will grow in almost any soil, but they prefer rich, well drained soil. Lemon balm plants will grow in part shade to full sun, but flourish best in full sun. ... Lemon balm is easily propagated from seeds, cuttings or plant divisions.

Does lemon balm plant repel mosquitoes?

Lemon Balm contains high levels of a compound called citronellal, which gives it its lemony aroma and flavor that bugs find so unpleasant. ... The lemon scent, which repels the bugs, is powerful. It rubs off very well onto the skin. Lemon balm repels mosquitoes and gnats.

Can I eat lemon balm leaves?

I especially like to toss a few fresh leaves into a salad or a bowl of mixed fresh fruit or use it in a vinaigrette for marinades and salads. It also makes great herb butter. ... It is also a common ingredient in herbal teas. A handful of fresh lemon balm and mint makes an excellent hot or iced tea, especially with honey.

Is lemon balm a good indoor plant?

Lemon Balm Care. A hardy perennial shrub that is tolerant to USDA zones 3 through 7, lemon balm can be grown year-round indoors, as well as outdoors in warmer climates.

How long does lemon balm take to grow?

Quick Reference Growing Guide

Season:	Spring-fall	Average
Exposure:	Full sun to partial shade	6.0-7.5
Time to Maturity:	70 days	Well-draining
Spacing:	1-2 feet	Dill, basil, squash
Planting Depth:	Seeds on surface, transplants to depth of pot	Lamiaceae

Can I plant lemon balm and mint together?

The mint family plants, which include peppermint, spearmint, catmint, flavored mints such as orange mint and lemon balm, are spreading plants. ... Don't mix different mints in the same box because they interbreed and will produce some new and probably not as deliciously fragrant varieties.

Does lemon balm plant spread?

Lemon balm can be grown in full sun to partial shade in soils that are moist but well drained. It can be propagated by seeds, division or stem cuttings. ... While mint can spread rapidly by underground stems, lemon balm spreads by setting lots of seed and can, if allowed to go unchecked start to overtake the garden.

Will Lemon balm grow in shade?

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), a perennial herb hardy to USDA Zone 3, tolerates partial shade and grows well in poor soil as long as the drainage is good. It self-sows easily. Lemon balm may be used in teas, salads and fish dishes or with fruit.

Does lemon balm attract bees?

Lemon balm is a great plant to use as a border to a garden because not only will it emit its fragrant lemony odor when brushed, but it will attract bees into the garden.