Mandarina Orange Balm lemon balm

Melissa officinalis 'Mandarina Orange Balm'

HerbLamiaceae

Mandarina Orange Balm lemon balm
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantDrought tolerantFragrantEdible
USDA zones3 to 7
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Growth rate
Rapid
Habit
Mounding
Bloom season
Summer, autumn
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay, chalk
Soil pH
Acid, alkaline, neutral

Garden uses

BorderContainerCottage gardenFood gardenGround coverLow maintenancePollinator garden

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Mandarina Orange Balm' lemon balm (Melissa officinalis 'Mandarina Orange Balm') is an herb for borders, containers, cottage gardens, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to average soil of most types. It forms a fragrant mound and grows fast, and bees and butterflies visit its summer flowers. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first. Cut it back to keep it tidy.

Pairs well with Borage, Genovese basil, and Knapweed.