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Herb Balm Orange 'Mandarina' (Melissa)

Orange Balm "Mandarina"

A companion to Lemon Balm, Mandarina has a pronounced orange scent. A slightly trailing habit, and bushy, ideal for containers or as ground cover. Use in Herbal teas, or add young fresh leaves to salads.
Height: 15-30cm (8-12in)
Hardy Perennial
S/C 30
Herb Seeds by Suffolk Herbs

Product Part No: 80270

Pack size: 30 Seeds

In Stock
Price: £2.15

When to Sow

  • Jan
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  • Apr
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  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Additional Details

When to Sow Orange Balm Seed: Sow March to May

Plant Out - April to May

Harvest - June to October

Sow Outside in spring in shallow seed drills, keeping watered during dry weather. Germi-nation may be erratic.                                                      

Alternatively Sow in Pots in doors at a temperature of 15-20C. Thin out direct sown seed-lings or transplant into individual pots when large enough to handle. Grow on and plant in well prepared soil or containers in a sunny position.

Harvest -Fresh leaves for drying at any time. Pick young leaves before the sun gets too hot and add to summer drinks.