Friday, October 2, 2020

Lemon balm

 Lemon balm

lemen ba:m ; Melissa Officianalis


Days from Seed to Maturity: 70

Lifespan: Lemon balm is a perennial plant.

Outdoor Planting Zones: 4-9 cold hardy, but sensitive to heat.

Pruning: Prune after flowering. Avoid cutting more than 1/3 of the plant\"s height. 

Light: Direct sunlight to shade. Lemon balm can thrive under the shade of a companion plant.

Soil: Well drained soil. Slightly alkaline pH 6.7-7.3.

Indoor Planting: If planted in a planter, soil at least 6-8 inches deep.

Water: Water only when the top two inches of the soil is dry. Keep well drained soil.

Food: Feed with a basic Water Soluble All Purpose Plant Food, such as Miracle-Gro, that has a NPK of 24-8-6, or your favorite well balanced fertilizer. Fertilize indoor plants per the directions accompanying your fertilizer of choice. 

Potential Companions: Squash, Melons, Tomatoes, Kale, Apples, Kiwi, Funnel, Onions, Basil, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Hollyhocks, Angelica and Nasturtiums.

Do not plant with: Lemon balm can be planted as a companion to nearly any plant with similar care requirements, although lemon balm has a tendency to take over a small space quickly through its quickly expanding root system.

Additional information: Lemon balm masks the smell of cabbage, repels some insects and attracts honey bees.

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