Lemon balm, a member of the mint family, has many uses, including:
Cooking: Lemon balm can be used in place of lemon peel to flavor soups, sauces, vinegars, and seafood. It can also be added to salads, fruit salads, and vinaigrettes. Lemon balm can also be used in baked goods like cookies and bread, or as an ingredient in pasta pesto.
Tea: Lemon balm is a common ingredient in herbal teas, especially peppermint tea.
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Yes | |
2-3 ft | |
1.5-2.5 ft | |
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Strong |