{"product_id":"os-melisse-citronnee","title":"Lemon balm","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"272\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"272\"\u003eA perennial herb with a lemony scent, ideal for teas, desserts, and bee gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"350\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"350\"\u003eLemon balm ( \u003cem data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"320\"\u003eMelissa officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e ), offered by OSC Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"827\"\u003eLemon balm is an aromatic perennial with a delicate \u003cstrong data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"436\"\u003efresh lemon\u003c\/strong\u003e scent, highly prized for \u003cstrong data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eherbal teas\u003c\/strong\u003e , desserts, salads, cocktails, and summer recipes. Its sweet and soothing flavor also makes it a perfect plant for sensory gardens. Vigorous and easy to grow, it attracts \u003cstrong data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"677\"\u003ebees\u003c\/strong\u003e and other pollinators while forming attractive clumps of soft green leaves. A perfect addition to herb gardens or edible flower beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"846\"\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor sowing or direct sowing\u003cbr data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"881\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"907\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–70 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"941\"\u003ePackage size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 300 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"989\"\u003eHarvest time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–80 days (more abundant harvests in subsequent years) \u003cbr data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1074\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFrost tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy perennial (zone 4–5)\u003cbr data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tomatoes, cabbages, various herbs\u003cbr data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003eIncompatible plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mint (can spread aggressively)\u003cbr data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromatic and medicinal perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003ePlanting and maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003eSow on the surface (seeds love light) in light, moist soil until germination. Transplant to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003epartial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e in well-drained soil. Space plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003e30–40 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart. Water regularly at first, then moderately once established. Prune frequently to encourage dense growth and prevent bolting. Lemon balm can spread: grow it in pots or control borders if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OSC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53068605816992,"sku":"OSC3005","price":2.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/MelissecitronOSC.jpg?v=1764795861","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/os-melisse-citronnee","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}