{"product_id":"lemon-balm","title":"Lemon Balm","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003eLight\/Soil\/Water\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\"\u003eHardiness\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Cactus_26a62e4c-2f57-4ecf-97de-fc345c4a381c_480x480.png?v=1600401339\"\u003e Lemon Balm, scientifically known as Melissa officinalis, is a beloved herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/House_8db6c6e9-d5bb-466c-95af-bdbcbe9ff370_480x480.png?v=1600400127\"\u003e Its most defining feature is the distinctive lemon scent and flavor. The leaves release a delightful lemony aroma when brushed or crushed, adding a refreshing citrusy taste to teas, desserts, salads, and drinks.\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Flower_a2da558c-5726-458a-a06c-1a5f7fedc366_480x480.png?v=1600397290\"\u003eIt has a fast growth rate and can spread vigorously by both seeds and rhizomes (underground stems).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/House_8db6c6e9-d5bb-466c-95af-bdbcbe9ff370_480x480.png?v=1600400127\"\u003e Lemon Balm is incredibly easy to grow and requires minimal care once established, making it a perfect herb for beginner gardeners. Its vigor means you'll have a plentiful supply.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Sun_65296975-26d8-49a3-83b6-b7b0ed15ae73_480x480.png?v=1600397323\"\u003eLemon Balm is adaptable, growing well in full sun to partial shade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Water_d9b740b9-bfce-41c4-ae3e-16bf9678c77f_480x480.png?v=1600397177\"\u003e Lemon Balm likes consistent moisture. Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry spells or if grown in full sun.\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Soil_40a149eb-9d43-4bf0-ac38-159c702c72f2_480x480.png?v=1600397158\"\u003e It prefers well-draining, moist, fertile soil. While it can tolerate a range of soil types, including clay, it performs best in loamy, humus-rich soil. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Temperature_480x480.png?v=1600318450\" class=\"lazyload\" alt=\"\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\"\u003e Ideal temperatures range from 65°F to 75°F (18°C to 24°C). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"887\" width=\"1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/map-of-growing-zones-usa-17-01_1024x1024.jpg?v=1553694426\"\u003eUSDA Zone 4-9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"all: unset;\" class=\"eJOY__extension_root_class\" id=\"eJOY__extension_root\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Succulents Box","offers":[{"title":"4 inch \/ Grower Pot","offer_id":46594283077806,"sku":"1566-4-pl","price":14.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/lemonbalm.jpg?v=1750148766","url":"https:\/\/succulentsbox.live\/products\/lemon-balm","provider":"Succulents Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}