NIKA SEEDS - Herb Lemon Balm (Melissa Officinalis) Medicinal - 300 Seeds

  LEMON BALM(MELISSA OFFICINALIS)A long and heat-loving culture. The leaves and stems of the plant have a strong and pleasant scent of lemon. Used as a seasoning to soups, salads, and fish dishes. Has a positive effect on disorders of cardiac activity. Melissa's tea relieves headaches. Planting instructions:  Direct sow seed in early spring by broadcasting seeds on the soil surface or cover only lightly with soil, as this plant needs light to germinate. Add compost if you wish, though this herb does not require any special soil conditions.Seeds should sprout in 5-9 days with soil temperatures ranging from 65-70°F.You can also choose to start seedlings in flats indoors or a greenhouse in early spring. Sprinkle seeds in trays on top of potting soil and keep them moist until they sprout. To grow lemon balm in a container, plant seeds or transplants in a pot that is at least eight inches deep and 15 to 18-inches wide. Place the pot in a location that receives at least 5 hours of direct sunlight a day.Melissa can be grown in full sun or partial shade. While adaptable to almost any soil and sun conditions.