Herbal Medicine Guides

Lemon balm makes a delightful, gently lemony tea that many people enjoy simply for its taste and its calming ritual. It is one of the easiest herbs to grow and to brew fresh from the garden. Grow your own from lemon balm seeds.

Ingredients

• 3 to 5 fresh lemon balm leaves, or 1 teaspoon dried lemon balm leaves
• 1 cup boiling water

How to make it

1. Pour the boiling water over the leaves, cover the cup with a plate, and steep for 5 to 10 minutes.
2. Strain, and sweeten with honey or maple syrup if you like.

Grower's tip: pick lemon balm leaves in the morning for the brightest lemon aroma, and harvest often to keep the plant producing tender new leaves.

Shared for traditional and educational use only. This is not medical advice and these statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. It is not a treatment for any medical condition. Please talk to a qualified healthcare provider before using herbs medicinally, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or managing a health condition.