{"product_id":"herb-lemon-balm-500-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Herb Lemon Balm 500 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#006400;\"\u003eHerb Lemon Balm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e brings a fresh lemon fragrance to your kitchen garden. This leafy perennial herb offers aromatic green foliage for herbal infusions, desserts and fresh culinary accents. Brush a leaf between your fingers to enjoy its citrus scent, or snip a few tender sprigs for your next garden-to-table meal. Grow in a sunny or partly shaded bed, or keep a pot near the kitchen for convenient harvesting. Each packet contains 500 non-GMO, heirloom seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 96%. Test Date: 6\/26. JSS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal infusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep washed, harvested leaves in hot water for a lemon-scented drink. Enjoy alone or blended with other culinary herbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh dishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely chop tender leaves into fruit salads, dressings or yogurt for a gentle citrus-herb accent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesserts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a small amount to cookies, cakes or syrups, adjusting to taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinishing herb:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add leaves near the end of cooking to help preserve their delicate fragrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry clean sprigs in a well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight, then store fully dried leaves in an airtight container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eMedicinal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLemon balm has a history of traditional use in herbal teas and preparations associated with relaxation and digestive comfort. Traditional use is not proof of effectiveness for a medical condition. These seeds are sold for growing herbs, not diagnosing, treating, curing or preventing disease. Seek qualified healthcare guidance before medicinal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eGrowing Directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors approximately 6 to 8 weeks before your last expected frost, or sow outdoors after frost danger has passed. Surface sow or cover very lightly in a fine seed-starting mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture and light:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the seedbed evenly moist without saturation. Give seedlings bright light, and gradually acclimate indoor-started plants before transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose full sun or partial shade and fertile, well-drained soil. Afternoon shade can be helpful in very hot climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space established plants approximately 12 to 18 inches apart, allowing room for branching and airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering and feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly while plants establish, then adjust to rainfall and soil conditions. Add compost as needed and avoid excessive fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainers and spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a pot with drainage holes for convenient harvesting. Lemon balm can spread and self-sow; trim before seeds mature if you want to limit volunteer plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snip tender leafy stems regularly, leaving enough foliage for regrowth. Harvest before flowering when tender leaves are your priority, or leave some blooms for visiting insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocal conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult local extension guidance for planting dates and winter care in your climate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color:#0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions, usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"text-align:center;color:#ff0000;font-weight:700;\"\u003eOrder Lemon Balm Herb Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;color:#ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant 500 heirloom seeds and enjoy fragrant lemon balm harvests from your own herb garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eImportant Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growth, fragrance, harvest timing and overwintering vary with climate, soil and care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep unused seeds sealed in a cool, dry, dark place. 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