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Lemon Balm Plug Plant UK – Fragrant Herbal Tea

Large - 9cm Pot
£4.75
£4.75
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  • Lemon Balm – For Calming Teas & Stress Relief. - The Healing Herb Garden
  • Lemon Balm – For Calming Teas & Stress Relief. - The Healing Herb Garden
  • Lemon Balm Plant – For Tea, Fragrance & Easy Growing - The Healing Herb Garden
Lemon Balm Plug Plant UK – Fragrant Herbal Tea

Lemon Balm Plug Plant UK – Fragrant Herbal Tea

£4.75
£4.75
Size

Lemon Balm is the go-to herb for fragrant garden teas and a beautifully scented border. This lemon-scented hardy perennial grows to 50cm and thrives in borders, herb beds, or pots. Harvest fresh leaves for tea all season long — one of the easiest and most rewarding herbs you can grow.

  • Classic herb for fragrant herbal teas
  • Delightful lemon scent — lovely in the garden and kitchen
  • Hardy perennial — comes back year after year
  • Grows to 50cm, suits borders, herb beds, or containers
  • Pollinator-friendly and low maintenance
  • UK-grown plug plant, supplied ready to establish
Plant Information

Botanical name: Melissa officinalis

Common name: Lemon Balm

Usually available: Spring–Autumn, subject to seasonal growth

Life cycle: Herbaceous perennial or seasonal herb, depending on variety

Height: Varies by variety

Spread: Varies by variety

Position: Full sun or partial shade

Soil: Moist but well-drained soil

Suitable for containers: Suitable for a generously sized container where practical.

Suitable for beginners: Yes, when its preferred growing conditions are provided

Pollinator value: Flowers may support bees and other beneficial insects when allowed to bloom
Growing Guide

Planting

Location: Choose a position offering full sun or partial shade and prepare the soil so it is moist but well-drained soil.

Planting time: Plant from spring to early autumn while the soil is workable, avoiding frozen or waterlogged ground.

Spacing: Allow room for an eventual spread of approximately Varies by variety.

Care

Watering: Water regularly while establishing, then according to weather and soil conditions.

Feeding: Apply a light general-purpose feed or a small amount of compost in spring where growth appears weak. Avoid overfeeding aromatic herbs.

Pruning: Remove damaged or tired growth and trim after flowering where appropriate to maintain a tidy, productive plant.

Harvesting & Storage

Harvesting: Harvest usable leaves or flowers only when the plant is correctly identified and the relevant part is known to be suitable. Pick in dry weather once established.

Storage: Use fresh material promptly. Where drying is appropriate, dry in a warm, airy place away from direct sunlight and store in an airtight labelled container.

UK Growing Conditions

Lemon Balm is best established during mild UK weather. Good drainage, appropriate moisture and protection from prolonged extreme conditions will support healthy growth. Container plants may need additional watering in summer and shelter in severe winter weather.
Uses and Benefits

Traditional Herbal Uses

Lemon Balm has an association with traditional or historical plant use. This information is included for cultural and educational interest; the product is sold as a garden plant and no medical outcome is implied.

Please note: Traditional uses are not medical advice. Correct identification and specialist guidance are essential before any internal or external use.

Wildlife & Garden Benefits

Lemon Balm can add texture, fragrance, seasonal colour or habitat value to mixed planting. Allowing flowers to develop may provide food for bees and other beneficial insects.
When will I get my order?

Plants: Plants are carefully packed and normally dispatched within 2–4 working days. Some plants may be delivered at the most appropriate time for planting or potting on.

Seeds and garden supplies: Seeds and garden supplies are normally dispatched within 2–4 working days.

Seasonal items: Bulbs, bare-root plants, trees and other seasonal products may be dispatched at the appropriate planting time to support successful establishment.
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