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Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) 4"

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Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) 4"
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🍋 Lemon Balm (Melissa offinalis) - Kitchen Remedy BFF 🌱

Ships in a 4" pot

Dive into the aromatic world with Lemon Balm! Its bright green, crinkled leaves burst with a refreshing lemony aroma, making gardens lively and attracting bees, butterflies, and birds. 🦋🐝

Growth Essentials:

  • Mature Height: Peaks at 18"
  • Light Requirements: Relishes in full sun ☀️
  • Soil Preference: Adores rich, well-draining soil
  • Hardiness Zones: 4-9. In the chill of winter, it takes a brief hiatus, only to bounce back come spring.
  • Shipping Risk: Young / delicate, but tenacious seedling plant. For orders outside of Florida & the southeastern US, we advise discretion - young trees can tolerate shipping long distance, but may require filtered light & consistent water for up to 3 weeks for recovery / new growth after transport shock.

The Lemon Balm Legacy:

  1. Culinary Delight: Not just a garnish! Its leaves infuse teas with a zesty kick, elevate salads, and give sauces a lemony twist without overpowering.
  2. Medicinal Powerhouse: Beyond its calming capabilities aiding anxiety and insomnia,[^1^], it's renowned for antiviral properties, especially in combating cold sores and other viral infections[^2^].
  3. Historical Roots: This herb graced ancient Greek and Roman gardens, cherished for its therapeutic benefits. Over the centuries, it's cemented its place in European folk medicine.
  4. Aesthetic Appeal: Its distinct crinkled leaf pattern and soft green hue, paired with fragrant flowers, are sure to turn heads.
  5. Landscaping Potential: Use it for borders, aromatic herb gardens, or simply to jazz up a patio container garden.

🤔 Is This Herb For You?

🌟 Perfect For:

  • Aroma Seekers: Those looking to imbue their gardens or homes with the invigorating, lemony scent that refreshes and uplifts.
  • Culinary Adventurers: Chefs and food enthusiasts who love experimenting, and desire an herb that lends both flavor and fragrance to dishes, teas, and more.
  • Herbal Medicine Enthusiasts: Individuals keen on natural remedies, harnessing Lemon Balm's antiviral and calming capabilities for health and wellness.
  • Eco-Friendly Gardeners: Those wanting a plant that not only looks and smells good, but also benefits the local ecosystem by attracting pollinators.
  • Indoor Plant Aficionados: Anyone who loves cultivating indoor greenery, as Lemon Balm makes a pleasant and low-maintenance addition with its radiant green hue.

🍂 Might Not Suit:

  • Rapid Growers: Gardeners in a hurry might find Lemon Balm's pace a tad relaxed; it isn't the quickest sprouter in the plant kingdom.
  • Hedge Lovers: Those specifically looking for plants to create tall, dense barriers or privacy hedges.
  • Exotic Bloom Seekers: If you're on the hunt for plants that produce large, vibrant-colored blooms, this might not be your first choice.
  • Low Maintenance Landscapers: While Lemon Balm isn’t overly demanding, it does appreciate consistent care, attention, and occasional pruning to thrive at its best.

So, whether you're seeking aromatic bliss, a kitchen companion, or a healing herb, Lemon Balm might just be the green friend you've been looking for! 🌱🍋

🌿 Lemon Balm Planting & Care Guide

Growing Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) is both a joy and a sensory treat! Its lemon-scented greenery will be a standout in your garden or home. Here’s a detailed guide filled with SEO-rich insights on nurturing this fantastic herb.

📍 Where to Plant

  • Garden Beds: Choose a location with well-draining soil. Lemon Balm loves areas where it can bask in full sun to partial shade.
  • Containers: Perfect for balconies, patios, or indoors. Use organic potting mix with good drainage. Ensure the container has adequate drainage holes.
  • Companion Plants: Lemon Balm pairs well with other herbs like mint and basil. It acts as a natural pest repellent, making it a great choice for integrated pest management.

🌱 How to Plant

  1. Soil Prep: Loosen the soil to about 12-15 inches deep. Mix in organic compost to enrich the soil.
  2. Planting Depth: Ensure you're planting at the same depth as the plant was in its original pot. Don't bury the stem; roots should be just below the soil surface.
  3. Spacing: Give your Lemon Balm some room to flourish. Space plants about 20-24 inches apart.
  4. Watering: After planting, water thoroughly to settle the soil around the roots.

💧 Care & Maintenance

  • Watering: Lemon Balm prefers consistent moisture but doesn’t like to be waterlogged. Water deeply when the top 1-inch soil feels dry. If in containers, ensure the water drains out completely.
  • Mulching: Use organic hardwood mulch around the base of your plant. This retains moisture, suppresses weeds, and keeps root temperatures stable.
  • Pruning: Regularly trim and pinch back the tips to encourage bushier growth. Pruning also helps in enhancing aromatic oil production in the leaves.
  • Fertilization: Feed with an organic all-purpose fertilizer or compost tea a few times during the growing season. For container-grown plants, monthly feeding works best.
  • Pest Control: Though naturally resistant to many pests, always inspect for signs. Using organic pest control methods will protect both your Lemon Balm and the beneficial insects it attracts.

Embracing these best practices will ensure your Lemon Balm thrives, ready for culinary adventures, aromatic delights, or medicinal uses. 🌿🍋

Revel in this botanical blend of culinary delight and ancient healing. Secure your Lemon Balm now! 🍃

🌍 GreenDreams: Bridging the best of organic subtropical treasures with homes across the US.

[Source: "Herbal Antivirals" by Stephen Harrod Buhner]

IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.

Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location
, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
 

1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
 

2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.

  • For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.

  • For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
     

3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.

  • We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.

  • Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
     

For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.

 

🌿 Important Shipping Information

Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.

  • Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.

  • Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.

  • Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.

  • Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better

 

 

 

Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants

1. Understanding of Shipping Stress

By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.

2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage

Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.

3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations

Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.

4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule

Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.

5.Extreme Weather Conditions

Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.

6. No Refund Policy

Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.

7. Responsibility of Care

Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.

8. Consent

By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.

These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.

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