{"product_id":"melissa-officinalis-lemon-balm-seeds","title":"Lemon balm - 1700 seeds (Melissa officinalis)","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eLemon Balm – Seeds (Melissa officinalis)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"492\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"156\"\u003eLemon Balm\u003c\/strong\u003e is a hardy perennial herb valued for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"233\"\u003erefreshing lemon-scented leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e. Perfect for teas, desserts, and savory dishes, it also makes a soothing herbal remedy often used to promote relaxation. Its fragrant foliage attracts bees and pollinators, while its resilience makes it an easy-to-grow choice for gardens, pots, or borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"499\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"518\"\u003eHow to Grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"777\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"568\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"568\"\u003eSow indoors: March – May in trays at 18–20°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"632\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"632\"\u003eSow outdoors: May – July in a sunny or lightly shaded spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"681\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"681\"\u003eThin or transplant seedlings to 30 cm apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"721\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"721\"\u003ePrefers fertile, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"777\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"777\"\u003eCut back after flowering to encourage fresh growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"784\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"804\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eHardy perennial with refreshing lemon scent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"902\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"902\"\u003eAromatic leaves for teas, salads, and cooking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eExcellent for herbal remedies and relaxation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"985\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eAttracts bees and pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eEasy to grow in borders or containers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003eHerbal teas and drinks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003eCulinary use in sweet and savory dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003eHerb gardens, borders, and patio pots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Harvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003eSow: March – July\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eHarvest: May – October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eQuick Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003ePick leaves early in the morning for the best flavor and fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Green Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51649629618514,"sku":"P159 - Melissa officinalis","price":1.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/1896\/9426\/files\/p1593.webp?v=1759412465","url":"https:\/\/happygreenshop.co.uk\/products\/melissa-officinalis-lemon-balm-seeds","provider":"Happy Green Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}