They say patience is a virtue. This is true when growing Lemon Balm as it will take you about a month before it is ready for harvest - when the first “true leaves” form.
Good news - t’s worth the wait! This herb has a cute, serrated leaf with a light fuchsia under leaf. It is a member of the mint family and is often used by pastry chefs as a delicate citrus garnish.
Lemon Balm has been around since the Greek and Roman empires and was mentioned by Theophrastus (the early-day Botanist) as a “honey-leaf”. Apart from adding the leaves to dishes to add flavour, it has been used for many medicinal purposes over the years.
Organic and Non-GMO UrbanSproutz Seeds.
Flavour
Deliciously lemon tinge with an uplifting citrus aroma.
Food Suggestions
Perfect to garnish desserts - like ice cream, sorbet, cocktails and fruit salad. You can also chop into butter, or add to marinade or vinaigrette. Finally it can also be used in herbal teas or scattered in soups and salads.
Lemon Balm is typically used as a garnish or to add flavour, not as a stand-alone herb.
Health Benefits
Contains Vitamins C, and B9. Also contains folate, beta-carotene, calcium, zinc, magnesium and potassium.
Directions
- Fill container with organic potting soil or Coco Wheels as per instructions
- Plant seeds about 0.5cm deep, spread a little sparse (1cm between each hole) and lightly cover
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Can also be grown on Coco Beds (spread seeds evenly)
- Water regularly to keep soil moist
- Keep in a well-lit position to germinate and continue to give morning sun
- Harvest after one month when serrated leaves appear
