{"product_id":"lemon-balm-6-bag","title":"Lemon Balm - 6\" Grow bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eLemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) is a bushy perennial herb of the mint family, prized for its bright green, heart-shaped leaves that release a fresh lemony fragrance when touched. Long used in herbal medicine, its leaves make a calming tea said to ease stress, aid sleep and soothe digestion, and they add citrus notes to drinks, salads and desserts. The plant grows into a leafy mound with small white flowers loved by bees. Easy and vigorous, lemon balm grows well in pots and partly shaded spots, making it a fragrant, relaxing addition to Indian herb gardens and balconies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLamiaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouthern Europe and Mediterranean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-70 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-45 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright green, heart-shaped, lemon-scented\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite to pale yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperate to subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartial shade to full sun; shade in hot climates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep soil moist; water regularly in heat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained, fertile loam, pH 6.0-7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-30 C; protect from intense heat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight feeding once or twice a season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrim regularly; cut back after flowering to refresh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 1-2 years; divide if crowded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCuttings, division or seed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAphids, whitefly; powdery mildew in poor airflow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdible; safe in culinary amounts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeaves are brewed into a calming, citrusy herbal tea and used to flavour drinks, salads and desserts; valued in aromatherapy for its relaxing scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India give lemon balm partial shade and steady moisture, especially in summer; grow in pots to contain its spreading roots and harvest leaves often to keep it bushy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water lemon balm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist, watering whenever the surface dries. It needs more frequent watering in hot weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does lemon balm need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt grows in full sun to partial shade. In hot Indian climates, partial shade keeps the leaves lush and prevents scorching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs lemon balm safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLemon balm is generally considered non-toxic and safe for cats and dogs in small amounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot lemon balm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot or divide every 1-2 years when it becomes crowded, ideally in spring, to keep it vigorous.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate lemon balm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePropagate easily by stem cuttings, root division, or seed; cuttings and division are fastest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my lemon balm leaves browning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowning often results from too much direct heat, dryness, or poor airflow. Move to shade and keep soil moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes lemon balm flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it produces small white flowers in summer that attract bees. Trim flowers to keep leaf flavour strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan lemon balm be grown indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, on a bright windowsill with good airflow, making it handy for fresh leaves near the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs lemon balm toxic to humans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it is safe and widely consumed as a calming herbal tea and culinary flavouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I fertilize lemon balm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed lightly once or twice a season with compost or balanced fertilizer; over-feeding weakens the lemon aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256192893174,"sku":"PLT-LEMONBALM-B06-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/Po8Uaop7OylxdbcPrNmoC6KPNvzsT0iC3q5xqgbm.png?v=1783922431","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/lemon-balm-6-bag","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}