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Lemon Balm Herb Seeds

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Care information

Proper storage and handling can help maintain seed quality and germination performance. Keep seeds sealed, dry and protected from heat, moisture and direct sunlight.

Storage: For best long-term storage, keep seeds refrigerated in a clean, airtight container or securely sealed packaging. A refrigerator at approximately 4°C provides a cool, stable environment that can help maintain seed viability. If refrigeration is not practical, store seeds in the coolest available dry, dark and temperature-stable location.

Moisture: Keep seeds dry at all times during storage. Excess moisture or humidity can reduce seed quality and encourage premature germination, mould or deterioration. Always reseal opened packaging promptly.

Removing Seeds from Refrigeration: Keep refrigerated seeds sealed while they return to room temperature before opening the package or container. This helps prevent condensation from forming on cold seeds and introducing unwanted moisture.

Temperature: Avoid repeated temperature changes and do not store seeds near ovens, heaters, windows, vehicles, sheds or other areas exposed to excessive or fluctuating heat.

Handling: Use clean, dry utensils when removing seed from larger packs and return the remaining seed to refrigerated storage promptly after use.

Before Sowing or Sprouting: Inspect seeds before use and discard any showing signs of moisture damage, mould, unusual odour or deterioration. When growing edible sprouts or microgreens, use clean equipment and drinking-quality water.

Best Quality: Use seed while fresh and follow any product-specific storage, germination and growing information provided in the Specifications, growing instructions or product packaging.

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Local Pickup – Riverstone, NSW

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Seed Biosecurity – WA & Tasmania

Seeds and other plant material may be subject to state biosecurity restrictions.

Western Australia has specific entry requirements for seed, and seed consignments may be inspected by Quarantine WA. Tasmania also regulates the importation of viable seed, with additional requirements applying to certain species and consignments.

Requirements vary by seed species, quantity and destination and may change over time. Customers in Western Australia, Tasmania and other biosecurity-controlled areas should check current state requirements before ordering.

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Lemon Balm Herb Seeds

Lemon Balm Herb Seeds grow into a hardy perennial with fragrant green leaves and a fresh lemon-mint flavour. Ideal for herbal teas, cold drinks, desserts, salads and garnishes, with vigorous plants suited to garden beds and containers.

Description

Lemon Balm Herb Seeds for Fresh Lemon-Scented Leaves

Lemon Balm Herb Seeds grow into an aromatic perennial herb with soft green leaves and a distinctive fresh lemon fragrance. A member of the mint family, Lemon Balm is useful in kitchen gardens for herbal teas, chilled drinks, salads, desserts, fruit dishes, sauces and fresh garnishes.

The leaves combine bright citrus notes with a mild herbal and mint-like character. Harvest them fresh as required, or dry healthy foliage for later use in herbal infusions and culinary blends.

Hardy Perennial Herb for Beds & Containers

Lemon Balm forms a vigorous leafy clump and can return for multiple seasons once established. Plants perform well in full sun to partial shade and prefer fertile, moist but freely draining soil.

In hotter Australian conditions, some afternoon shade can help protect foliage from excessive heat and drying. Because Lemon Balm can spread and self-seed, container growing is a practical option where you want to keep the plant contained.

Lemon Balm vs Mint

Lemon Balm has a bright lemon fragrance with a mild mint-like background, making it particularly useful for teas, drinks, desserts and fresh garnishes. For a cooler, more traditional mint flavour, see our Mint Herb Seeds.

Both are hardy perennial herbs and respond well to regular harvesting, although Lemon Balm is generally more citrus-forward in flavour and aroma.

Grow Fresh Leaves for Repeated Harvests

Lemon Balm seed is very fine and should be surface sown or covered only lightly. Raise seedlings in trays or pots for reliable establishment, then transplant once they are large enough to handle.

Begin light harvesting once plants are well established, generally from around 60–70 days after sowing. Cut young stems and leaves regularly to encourage fresh, bushy growth.

Manage Vigorous Growth

Established Lemon Balm can expand into broad clumps and may self-seed if flowers are allowed to mature. Regular harvesting, removing unwanted flower stems and growing plants in containers are useful ways to keep growth manageable.

How to Grow Lemon Balm

Lemon Balm is a hardy perennial herb with soft green leaves and a fresh lemon fragrance. It grows well in garden beds or containers and can provide repeated harvests once established.

Quick Start

  • Sowing season: Spring; autumn also suitable in mild to warm climates
  • Sowing depth: Surface sow to approximately 3mm
  • Germination: 7–14 days; allow up to 21 days
  • Germination temperature: approximately 18–22°C
  • Plant spacing: 40–50cm
  • Position: Full sun to partial shade
  • Mature height: approximately 40–60cm
  • First useful harvest: approximately 60–70 days
  • Life cycle: Hardy perennial

When to Sow

For most Australian gardens, sow primarily in:

Spring

Autumn sowing is also suitable in mild to warm climates.

General guidance:

  • Cool climates: spring
  • Temperate climates: spring and autumn
  • Subtropical climates: autumn through spring
  • Tropical climates: favour the cooler months
  • Hot and arid climates: favour autumn or spring

Sowing

Lemon Balm is usually easiest to establish in trays, cells or small pots before transplanting.

  1. Fill containers with fine seed-raising mix.
  2. Moisten the mix before sowing.
  3. Scatter the fine seed thinly over the surface.
  4. Press gently into the growing medium.
  5. Leave uncovered or cover only very lightly, to a maximum of approximately 3mm.
  6. Keep the surface evenly moist.
  7. Provide good light during germination.
  8. Transplant once seedlings are established and easy to handle.

Germination

Expect germination in approximately:

7–14 days

Allow up to 21 days where conditions are cooler or emergence is uneven.

Aim for approximately:

18–22°C

Do not allow the surface of the seed-raising mix to dry out during germination.

Position & Spacing

Grow in:

Full sun to partial shade

Allow approximately:

40–50cm between plants

Use fertile, moist but well-drained soil.

In hot climates, afternoon shade can help reduce heat and moisture stress.

Watering

Keep the soil consistently moist during establishment.

Once plants are established:

  • water when the upper soil begins to dry;
  • water thoroughly rather than giving frequent tiny amounts;
  • allow excess water to drain;
  • avoid prolonged waterlogging;
  • check container plants more frequently during hot weather.

Mulch can help retain moisture around garden-grown plants.

Feeding

Lemon Balm performs well in moderately fertile soil.

Before planting, incorporate mature compost or another suitable soil amendment where required.

Avoid excessive fertiliser, which can encourage overly soft growth.

Harvesting

Begin light harvesting from approximately:

60–70 days after sowing

Cut healthy young stems above a set of leaves rather than stripping the entire plant.

Regular cutting encourages fresh shoots and bushier growth.

Young foliage generally has the strongest fresh lemon fragrance.

Controlling Spread

Lemon Balm can spread through expanding clumps and self-sown seed.

To keep plants manageable:

  • grow them in containers;
  • harvest regularly;
  • remove flower stems before seed matures; and
  • remove unwanted seedlings while small.

Growing Lemon Balm in Pots

Lemon Balm is well suited to containers.

Use a pot approximately:

25–30cm wide or larger

with:

  • good drainage holes;
  • quality potting mix;
  • full sun to partial shade; and
  • regular watering.

Larger containers can be used as established clumps expand.

Lemon Balm vs Mint

Lemon Balm has a fresh lemon fragrance with mild mint-like notes.

For a cooler, classic mint flavour, see Mint Herb Seeds.

Harvest & Storage

Harvest healthy leaves and tender stems as required.

Fresh Lemon Balm is best used soon after picking for maximum aroma.

Leaves can also be dried. Dry clean foliage in a well-ventilated location away from strong sunlight, then store it fully dry in an airtight container.

Seed Storage

Store unused seed sealed in a cool, dry and dark place away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight.

Specifications

  • Botanical Name
    Melissa officinalis L.
  • Primary Use
    Culinary herb / Herbal teas & infusions / Fresh leaves / Drinks / Desserts / Salads / Garden beds / Containers
  • Current Batch
    LE022
  • Seed Treatment
    Untreated
  • Country of Origin
    New Zealand
  • Germination Rate
    87%
  • Seeds per Gram
    Approx. 1,500–2,300 seeds/g
  • Sowing Method
    Raise seedlings in trays or pots for reliable establishment; direct sowing is also possible in suitable mild conditions
  • Sowing Depth
    Surface sow to approx. 3mm; press into moist mix and cover only very lightly
  • Germination Time
    Approx. 7–14 days; allow up to 21 days in cooler conditions
  • Germination Temperature
    Approx. 18–22°C
  • Plant Spacing
    Approx. 40–50cm between plants
  • Life Cycle / Hardiness
    Hardy perennial; vigorous clump-forming culinary herb
  • Position
    Full sun to partial shade; fertile, moist but well-drained soil; afternoon shade beneficial in hot climates
  • Plant Height
    Approx. 40–60cm; may grow taller under favourable conditions
  • Days to Harvest / Maturity
    Approx. 60–70 days to first useful leaf harvest; established plants provide repeat harvests
  • Flavour
    Fresh, aromatic lemon flavour with mild mint and herbal notes
  • Storage
    Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight.

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