lemon balm
noun
: a bushy perennial European mint (Melissa officinalis) often cultivated for its lemon-scented leaves
also
: its leaves
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Passante used mason jars filled with water and fresh herbs like lemon balm and lavender to create the base for her floating candle displays.
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 July 2025
Melissa officinalis, commonly known as lemon balm, is an herb in the mint family that makes an enduring, self-sowing, water-thrifty ground cover for partial sun locations.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 3 July 2025
In studies, lemon balm has been shown to help with insomnia and anxiety symptoms.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 21 July 2025
Plant lemon balm, mint, chrysanthemums, marigolds, basil, garlic, eucalyptus, lavender, rosemary and lemongrass around your yard.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 21 July 2025
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 July 2025
Melissa officinalis, commonly known as lemon balm, is an herb in the mint family that makes an enduring, self-sowing, water-thrifty ground cover for partial sun locations.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 3 July 2025
In studies, lemon balm has been shown to help with insomnia and anxiety symptoms.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 21 July 2025
Plant lemon balm, mint, chrysanthemums, marigolds, basil, garlic, eucalyptus, lavender, rosemary and lemongrass around your yard.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 21 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for lemon balm
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“Lemon balm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lemon%20balm. Accessed 24 Aug. 2025.
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