Vigorous, upright-branched mound of intensely lemon-scented green leaves. Use fresh leaves for tea, salad or with fish. Easy to grow.  

• Days to Maturity - 70
• Height - 18-26"
• Spacing - 12"
• Exposure - Sun
• Zone - 4-9

Remarks - Individual leaves may be picked as soon as the plants have become established. Cut entire stalks before the plants begin to bloom, being careful not to bruise the foliage. Leaves are best used fresh, as they turn brown and lose much of their scent when dried.

Melissa officinalis