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Whether you are expanding an established herb garden or starting a new collection of culinary herbs, growing lemon balm from seed offers an accessible way to enjoy this popular aromatic plant. Browse our lemon balm seeds in Canada and order online for your next garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"melisse-citronnelle","title":"Lemon balm organic","description":"\u003ch3\u003eLemon balm (Melissa officinalis) from the Gaia seed company is a perennial plant with multiple virtues, appreciated for its lemony scent and its culinary and medicinal uses.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Reaching around 1 metre in height, this honey plant seduces with its dark green leaves and fresh aroma, which attracts bees and enriches the garden with its beneficial presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpread\u003c\/strong\u003e : Up to 60 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 1 meter\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per pack\u003c\/strong\u003e : 100 seeds\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Lavender, sage, thyme\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEnemy plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Not very compatible with mint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Cultivation method:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Lemon balm thrives in well-drained, organically rich soils in full sun to partial shade. Sow seeds on the surface, press lightly without covering, and maintain consistent moisture until germination, which usually occurs in 7 to 14 days. Once established, this plant is hardy and requires little maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Uses and benefits:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The slightly lemony and minty flavor of lemon balm makes it an ingredient of choice for infusions, herbal teas, as well as for flavoring sauces, desserts and cocktails. In herbal medicine, it is recognized for its soothing and relaxing properties, helping to reduce stress and improve sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e An essential plant:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Easy to grow and versatile, lemon balm is ideal for enriching your garden with an aromatic and beneficial touch. Whether for its culinary or medicinal qualities or its role in the ecosystem, it will find its place in any vegetable garden or bed of aromatic plants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52109503398048,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/LemonBalm.jpg?v=1734013947"},{"product_id":"melisse-officinale-bio","title":"Organic lemon balm","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is an essential aromatic perennial that brings a gentle, generous, and intensely fragrant presence to the garden. As soon as you brush against its foliage, Melissa officinalis releases a fresh and soothing lemon fragrance that evokes evening herbal teas, herb gardens, and promising summer harvests. Its supple, bushy habit allows it to fit equally well into herb beds and perennial vegetable gardens, where it quickly forms a beautiful, bright clump. In summer, its small, pale flowers attract a host of pollinators, especially bees, reinforcing its ecological value in diverse gardens. Easy to grow, hardy, and low-maintenance once established, it thrives in well-drained soil and in sunny to lightly shaded conditions. Highly valued in traditional herbal medicine, it is known for its calming and digestive uses, making it a plant that is as useful as it is charming. Its fresh leaves also find their place in the kitchen, in infusions, drinks, desserts, or light salads. Elegant, medicinal, and melliferous, lemon balm is a valuable ally for creating a garden that is beautiful, vibrant, and deeply beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Les jardins de l'écoumène","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52109532266656,"sku":"ECOU-SEMENCES","price":4.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Melisse.jpg?v=1770993361"},{"product_id":"melisse-de-moldavie-bio","title":"Organic Melissa from Moldova","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic Moldavian balm is an annual aromatic plant as graceful as it is useful, appreciated for its fragrant foliage, delicate flowers, and great value in the pollinator garden. With its small purplish-blue flowers that bloom throughout the summer, Dracocephalum moldavica brings a light and vibrant presence to flowerbeds, herb squares, and diversified vegetable gardens. As soon as its leaves are touched, it releases a refined lemon scent, enhanced with a subtle note of licorice, evoking summer herbal teas, aromatic bouquets, and fresh morning harvests. Highly melliferous, it attracts bees, bumblebees, and other useful insects, enhancing beneficial garden activity while supporting biodiversity. Easy to cultivate, it grows quickly in well-drained soil, in a sunny exposure where it forms beautiful compact and floriferous clumps. Its neat appearance and long flowering make it an excellent candidate for both ornamental gardens and food-producing spaces. Used in infusions, salads, or certain desserts, it elegantly combines fragrance, beauty, and versatility. 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The producer lists a mature height of 60 cm. The stated spread is 60 cm. This plant prefers full sun to part shade. Well drained soil. Direct sowing after the last frost or indoor sowing 8 to 12 weeks before.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSowing depth should remain proportionate to seed size. The producer recommends 30 cm between plants. Stable warmth generally encourages more even emergence. Germination time can vary with substrate moisture and temperature. For best results, keep the growing medium lightly moist during germination without saturating it. Once plants are established, water as needed while considering rainfall, drainage, and heat. Regular observation of the foliage makes it easier to adjust watering and care promptly. A light mulch can moderate moisture swings after plants are well established. Avoid persistent waterlogging, which reduces oxygen around the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can grow this variety beside plants with similar light and soil requirements. Harvesting at the right stage highlights the culinary qualities of this variety. Edible parts can be harvested at the recommended stage and prepared for the intended culinary use. These herb seeds offer a clearly presented option for planning a garden project suited to the season. Store the packet in a dry place and use the product-specific details to plan sowing. Gradual hardening off is recommended before outdoor planting when seedlings were started indoors. 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Development speed varies with warmth, light, soil quality, and sowing time. The producer lists a mature height of 40 to 60 cm. Suitable spacing promotes air movement around the foliage. This plant prefers full sun. Full sun, well drained soil. Direct sowing from mid-May to mid-June.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSowing depth should remain proportionate to seed size. The producer recommends 25 cm between plants. Stable warmth generally encourages more even emergence. Germination time can vary with substrate moisture and temperature. For best results, keep the growing medium lightly moist during germination without saturating it. Once plants are established, water as needed while considering rainfall, drainage, and heat. Regular observation of the foliage makes it easier to adjust watering and care promptly. A light mulch can moderate moisture swings after plants are well established. 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