Lemon Balm 'Quedlinburger Niederliegende' Seeds

Yes. Lemon balm is a hardy perennial that dies down in winter and comes back from the roots each spring. Plants stay productive for several years, and lifting and dividing an old clump every few springs keeps it vigorous.

It is ideal for a pot, which also stops it seeding around the garden. A 25 cm container of multipurpose compost with some grit holds one plant, in sun or partial shade. Keep it watered in summer and cut it back after flowering.

Pick young leaves as you need them and steep a handful in hot water for a lemony herbal tea, or add them to iced drinks, fruit salads and sorbets. The flavour fades with drying, so fresh leaves are best. Picking regularly also keeps the plant compact.

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*Unfortunately we cannot accept returns of undamaged plants as these are perishable items and are not saleable upon return. If a plant is damaged, we will compensate for this as per our live arrival guarantee.

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