{"product_id":"orange-balm","title":"Lemon Balm 'Orange Mandarin'","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"52\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melissa officinalis 'Mandarina'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"82\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"70\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange Balm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"123\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"97\"\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"161\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"136\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 1 meter (3.3 feet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"209\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"173\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.5 meters (1.6 feet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"247\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"223\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–45 cm (12–18 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"267\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"262\"\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"281\"\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus aroma with hints of orange\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"375\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for teas, culinary dishes, and aromatherapy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"408\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"393\"\u003ePlant Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bushy, upright\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"493\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"422\"\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves can be harvested throughout the growing season; best used fresh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"542\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"516\"\u003eCompanion Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basil, rosemary, and sage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"568\"\u003eGeneral Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange Balm (\u003cem data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eMelissa officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e 'Mandarina') is a cultivar of lemon balm, selected for its distinctive citrus fragrance with orange undertones. This perennial herb is part of the mint family and is native to Europe and Asia. The aromatic leaves are commonly used in culinary applications, such as flavouring teas, salads, and desserts, and are also utilized in traditional medicine for their calming properties. In temperate regions, lemon balm is typically grown as an annual or in pots that can be moved indoors during colder months, as it is sensitive to frost.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scott's Nursery Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" Pot","offer_id":43432977006729,"sku":"G14272","price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3576\/1033\/files\/Orange_BAlm.jpg?v=1748267229","url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/products\/orange-balm","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}