Variegated Lemon Balm - Melissa officinalis variegata plant

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Aromatic

Variegated Lemon Balm, also known as Melissa officinalis 'Aurea', is a delightful addition to any herb garden. This versatile plant brings aromatic foliage and a refreshing citrus scent to your outdoor space.

Attractive variegated foliage
Aromatic citrus fragrance
Easy to grow and maintain
Ideal for small gardens
Great for teas and cooking

Bring home the soothing scent and visual charm of Variegated Lemon Balm to elevate your garden space effortlessly.

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Harvest Time: 4-6 Weeks

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Variegated Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis 'Variegata') is a versatile herb that offers both beauty and functionality. Its green and cream variegated leaves release a fresh lemon scent, making it ideal for adding fragrance to your garden. This hardy perennial is perfect for herb gardens, borders, containers, or window boxes. In addition to its ornamental value, the leaves are commonly used in culinary dishes, teas, and herbal remedies. This plant is also excellent for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies to your garden.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for herb gardens, borders, containers, and window boxes
Produces fragrant lemon-scented leaves with variegated foliage
Low-maintenance perennial herb

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Pots: Get big, ready-to-grow plants in 9cm pots. Plant them in your garden or larger pots right away. They're bigger and stronger than plug plants. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full Sun to Partial Shade
Position	South or West-facing
Soil	Well Drained
Planting Time	Year Round
Moisture	Moderate
Hardiness	Hardy
Growth Rate	Medium
Spacing	20-30cm
Height and Spread	50cm x 30cm
Annual or Perennial	Perennial

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How To Plant

Plant Care

Variegated Lemon Balm is a hardy, low-maintenance herb that adds beauty and fragrance to your garden. With its lemon-scented, variegated leaves, it is perfect for herb gardens, borders, containers, and window boxes.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for herb gardens, borders, containers, and window boxes
Produces fragrant lemon-scented leaves with variegated foliage
Low-maintenance perennial herb

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for herb gardens, borders, containers, and window boxes
Produces fragrant lemon-scented leaves with variegated foliage
Low-maintenance perennial herb

Planting Time:	All Year Round
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Pots - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony - Windowsill

Planting Time:	All Year Round
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Pots - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony - Windowsill

Choose a sunny or partially shaded area for your Variegated Lemon Balm, whether in a garden, herb border, or container. Plant in well-drained soil for healthy growth and fragrant leaves.

Lemon balm needs full sun to partial shade, so choose a well-lit spot
Plant in well-drained soil, spacing plants about 30-40cm apart
Water well after planting to help establish roots
Ideal for planting in herb gardens or as a fragrant border plant

Choose a sunny or partially shaded area for your Variegated Lemon Balm, whether in a garden, herb border, or container. Plant in well-drained soil for healthy growth and fragrant leaves.

Lemon balm needs full sun to partial shade, so choose a well-lit spot
Plant in well-drained soil, spacing plants about 30-40cm apart
Water well after planting to help establish roots
Ideal for planting in herb gardens or as a fragrant border plant

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with plenty of direct sunlight
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 20-30cm apart for good air circulation

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with plenty of direct sunlight
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 20-30cm apart for good air circulation

Variegated Lemon Balm is easy to care for and will provide fragrant foliage throughout the growing season. With proper planting and care, you’ll enjoy its beauty and aroma in your garden or container.

Water regularly during dry periods, especially in the growing season
Trim plants back after flowering to encourage bushier growth
Mulch around the plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Harvest leaves regularly for culinary use or herbal teas

Water regularly during dry periods, especially in the growing season
Trim plants back after flowering to encourage bushier growth
Mulch around the plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Harvest leaves regularly for culinary use or herbal teas

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Pinch off the tops to encourage bushier growth
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Pinch off the tops to encourage bushier growth
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for Variegated Lemon Balm?

Variegated Lemon Balm thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. It tolerates drought but prefers regular watering for best growth.

How and when should I harvest Variegated Lemon Balm?

Harvest leaves as needed once the plant is established. Snip stems early in the morning for the best flavour, avoiding heavy harvesting in the first year.