Lemon Balm Seeds

  • Similar flavour to spearmint.
  • Add a citrus zest to a dish.

Lemon Balm Seeds

Lemon balm is a perennial herb with a lemon and mint scent. Suitable for growing as microgreens or as a mature herb.

Growing Instructions (Microgreens)

Do not pre-soak seeds. Use approx. 10 grams of seeds for a 30 x 35 cm growing tray. Add 2 – 3 cm of soil to tray. Flatten soil to level. Moisten soil. Sprinkle seeds evenly over surface. Lightly water. Cover seeds with a growing tray. Store in a well ventilated, dark spot to germinate. Water 1 – 2 times daily. Germination time: 10 – 14 days. Please note: germination rate may be uneven. Lemon balm requires patience. Remove top tray and expose it to direct, outdoor sunlight. Water twice daily. Harvest: Between 24 – 30 days.

Growing Instructions (Herb)

  • Space plants: 50 cm apart.
  • Sowing depth: 3 mm.
  • Maturity: 60 – 75 days.
  • Plant in Spring.
  • Grow in a cool, semi-shaded spot.
  • Suits temperature and subtropical regions.
  • Rich, well-drained soil.

Product Specifications

  • Non-GMO seeds.
  • Open-pollinated.
  • No chemical treatment.
  • Similar to the look of spearmint.
  • Botanical name: Melissa officinalis
  • Seeds per gram: Approx. 2000.
  • We do not ship to Tasmania due to quarantine restrictions.