{"product_id":"lemon-balm-rootstock","title":"Lemon Balm Rootstock","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"937\" class=\"\"\u003eLemon Balm is a fresh and aromatic perennial herb with a delightful citrus fragrance. Its zesty leaves are excellent in teas, culinary dishes, and herbal remedies, and are also widely used in essential oils for their calming properties. Easy to grow and maintain, Lemon Balm thrives in both full sun and partial shade, brightening gardens with its lush foliage and small white blossoms. It is an ideal choice for herb gardens, borders, and pollinator-friendly spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1159\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"973\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Lemon Balm?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"976\"\u003eLemon Balm does well in Zones 4-9. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and grows happily in full sun to partial shade. A great addition to herb gardens, containers, and shady corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1508\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003eNative to southern Europe and the Mediterranean, Lemon Balm (\u003cem data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eMelissa officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e) has been grown for over 2,000 years. Traditionally used to calm the nervous system and improve sleep, it has also been prized for its culinary and cosmetic uses. In folklore, it was believed to attract bees and promote longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1790\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eZones 8-9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow in spring or fall; harvest regularly for continued growth.\u003cbr data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003eZones 5-7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors in early spring or direct sow after last frost.\u003cbr data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003eZones 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow in containers or mulch heavily for winter protection outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1790\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"2189\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Lemon Balm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"2189\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 6mm (¼in) deep; space plants 30-45cm (12-18in) apart.\u003cbr data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist until established; drought tolerant once mature.\u003cbr data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2007\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick leaves anytime during the growing season, ideally before flowering.\u003cbr data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut back after flowering to encourage new growth and prevent self-seeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2575\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2229\"\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2575\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2254\"\u003eLet Plants Flower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow several plants to produce flower spikes and go to seed.\u003cbr data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2319\" data-end=\"2337\"\u003eHarvest Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once seed heads dry and turn brown, collect them carefully.\u003cbr data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2400\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2418\"\u003eDry and Store:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separate seeds from husks and dry thoroughly; store in an airtight container.\u003cbr data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2499\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003eViability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds remain viable for 2-4 years under cool, dry conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2577\" data-end=\"2656\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2577\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811199627506,"sku":"MF-ROOT-014","price":12.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/Lemon_Balm_87226cc9-0267-4aa5-89ef-b3ee370ec069.jpg?v=1772481917","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/products\/lemon-balm-rootstock","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}