At a glance...
- Calming, citrus‐scented herb
- Great for reptile enclosures or culinary use
- Easy to grow in pots or garden beds
Details
Lemon Balm is a fragrant herb known for its calming citrus scent and soothing properties. It's a fantastic addition to reptile enclosures for herbivores or omnivores, and equally popular in herbal teas and cooking.
This hardy plant grows well in pots, planters, or garden beds and enjoys partial sun to full light. With soft, textured leaves and a fast growth rate, it's ideal for keepers looking to enrich enclosures with a safe, edible plant that's as useful as it is attractive.
Specifications
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Size (fully grown) | 30‐60cm |
| Spread (fully grown) | 30‐45cm |
| Ideal moisture | Moist but well‐drained |
| Ideal pH | Neutral to slightly alkaline |
| Ideal substrate | Compost‐rich or loamy soil |
| Ideal light | Partial shade to full sun |
| Country of origin | Europe |
| Ideal temperature | 15‐25°C |
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