Light
Bright indirect to bright light
AtHomeGrower Plant Facts
Lemon Balm
Melissa officinalis
A bright green mint-family herb with a lemony scent that grows well in containers and trims easily.
Soil mixture
Rich, well-draining herb mix
Soil moisture
Keep lightly moist; do not let it sit soggy
When to harvest or prune
Pinch or trim regularly to keep growth compact and productive. Avoid removing more than one third of the plant at once.
Fertilizer
Feed lightly during active growth; herbs usually taste better when not over-fertilized.
Air-purifying category
Lemon Balm is included in the AtHomeGrower air-purifying category as an indoor air-quality friendly plant. Use it as a living décor and humidity/foliage choice, not as a replacement for ventilation, filtration, or safe cleaning practices.
Plant Diagnoser notes
Watch for yellowing leaves, brown tips, weak growth, pest residue, and soil that stays wet too long. Match symptoms against watering, light, soil drainage, airflow, and pest pressure.
Fill My Space tags
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