Lemon Balm

Melissa officinalis

lemon balm

Why We Love It: 

Lemon balm has been used for centuries for nervous system support and has widely been recognized as a mood supporting herb. It can help brighten the heart and uplift the spirit. Lemon balm also has a calming ability and can promote a restful mind. It is a perfect herb to help relax and unwind at the end of the day.

What It Looks Like: 

Lemon balm is in the mint family and has a lemon-like scent. It is a fast growing and self-seeding perennial that likes well-drained soil and partial shade. It has oblong leaves that are toothed with deep veins. The small white flowers bloom in early summer and the leaves should be harvested before the flowers open. 

What We Use It In:

Baby Hand & Knee Balm

 

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Jar of Motherlove Baby Hand & Knee Balm on a white background
Child holding a jar of Baby Hand and Knee Balm with a green apple on a checkered blanket
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