Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)

Lemon balm is an aromatic herbaceous perennial or annual, distinguished by its lemony scent. Originating from the Mediterranean and Central Asia, it is now cultivated across the world for culinary, medicinal, and ornamental use. Growing to a height of 24 inches, it boasts wrinkled serrated leaves with a slightly hairy texture and tiny white to yellow/purple flowers blossom in whorled clusters, offering honeybees nectar-rich pollen.