HERB-MINT-LEMON (Bee Balm)
HERB-MINT-LEMON (Bee Balm)
A$3.50
Availability: 15 in stock
Seeds Per Pack: 690
Monarda citriodora
HERB-MINT-LEMON (Bee Balm) is part of the mint family with refreshing lemon flavoured leaves, with the tang of lemon & the menthol of mint. It has been around for hundreds of years & is widely known for its many uses. Commonly used as a medicinal tea & as an effective nerve tonic, it calms the nerves & soothes anxiety and tension. Dried it emits a relaxing scent & is often used in aromatherapy. Can tolerate dry soil, & requires little water or direct sunlight. Several stems grow from the base & are lined with pairs of lance-shaped leaves. It grows quickly during spring, reaching up to almost 1 metre high & blooms with white, purple & pink flowers. The plant dies with the first frost, & although it is an annual, its seed can germinate & grow the following year.
Thin out when large enough to handle, so that they are finally 30cm apart. Provide additional water if necessary until the plants reach 30cm.
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| Germination Time (Days) | 10 – 30 |
| Sowing Depth (mm) | 12 |
| Plant Spacing (cm) | 30 |
| pH | 6.5 – 7.5 |
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| Hardy / Frost Tender | Hardy |
| Sow Direct / Raise Seedlings | Raise Seedlings |
| Seed Preparation | – |
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