How to Grow Lemon Balm: Care Tips for a Thriving, Fragrant Plant originally appeared on Dengarden. Lemon balm has been used for millennia to treat a variety of ailments. The ancient medicine has long ...

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is known for its strong lemon scent, low-maintenance nature, and its ability to establish quickly when planted in enriched, well-drained soil. Once you understand how ...

With summer almost around the corner, many of us are setting in vegetables and herbs in hopes of preparing delectable culinary delights as these plants mature. Aromatic herbs bring amazing flavors and ...

Often, we focus on one sense in patio gardens: sight. However, the space also benefits from catering to our sense of smell.

Fresh blends start at home with sun, good soil and a few easy plants suited to the region, writes Debbie Roland.

Recently I had to identify an unknown plant for a plant sale. It turns out it was lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), a member of the mint family with square stems which is helpful in identification.