Lemon Balm, Mandarina

Perennial hardy from USDA zones 4-9. This lemon balm is especially lovely, with leaves infused with the intoxicating scent of mandarin orange! The crawling habit makes this an enthralling container plant as it “spills” from hanging baskets and pots. It also makes a delightful, scented ground cover. A delicious tea plant to add citrusy notes to your blends. Small white blooms appear in summer. Height 6-12 inches, 20-24 inches wide.

• 8-12 hours of Sun
• Sprouts in 7-14 Days
• Ideal Temperature: 68-70 Degrees F
• Seed Depth: Surface Sow
  
• Plant Spacing: 12"
• Frost Hardy: No
  
• Melissa officinalis Madarina
  

Growing Tips: Start indoors, covering seeds very lightly and keeping moist until sprouts appear. Set outside after last frost or direct sow in the garden, two weeks before last frost. Cutting back after flowering encourages reblooming.