Herb Grow Sheets

 Scientific Name Melissa officinalis General Information Lemon balm is a fragrant perennial herb that grows 2 to 3 feet tall and is loved by bees. To avoid aggressive spread, pinch-tip stems or grow in a container. Deer avoid lemon balm.When to Plant From seed: Sow seed in spring and early fall…

 Scientific Name Aloysia triphylla (Lippia citriodora) General Information Lemon verbena is a popular shrub that grows 15 feet tall in the tropics, usually shorter in northern California. Evergreen in frost-free areas. Foliage is cherished for sweet, fresh, lemony scent. Leaves and flowers are used for…

 Scientific Name Lavandula species General Information Lavender is a perennial shrub with fragrant foliage and flowers. It grows 1 to 3 feet tall. Depending on the cultivar, flower colors include purple, blue, pink, or white. Deer avoid lavender.When to Plant Plant in spring after the last frost…