Orange Balm Seeds

Plant information:

Melissa officinalis 'Mandarina'

Sow: March to May
Harvest: June to November
Height: 40cm 

A rather interesting new addition. Distinct marmalade smell to leaves with a hint of lime. Makes a wonderful herbal tea. 

Uses:

• Herbal Teas
• Desserts
• Cocktail garnishes
• Fragrance

Sowing instructions: 

Sow from March onwards in cell modules. Surface sow the seed and don't cover as they need light to germinate. Pot on when the roots fill the module and plant out when risk of frost has passed.

Growing instuctions:

Orange Balm needs little care really. Harvesting frequently will encourage the plant to bush out. Will self seed if allowed, so snip off the flowers before they set seed.

Notes:

Quicker from seed than Lemon Balm.