The Three Company Lemon Balm Live Herb Plants (6-Pack) — 1-Pint Pots, Edible & Fragrant for Tea and Containers

Lemon Balm live plants—six 1-pint pots of fragrant, edible herbs perfect for tea, cooking, and sunny windowsill gardens.

These Lemon Balm plants arrive healthy and ready to grow, each in a 1-pint container roughly 8 inches tall by 4 inches wide. They bring a fresh lemony aroma and bright green foliage to indoor displays, container gardens, and mixed herb beds. Grown for The Three Company and shipped fresh from greenhouse to doorstep, these live herbs are selected for quick establishment and repeated harvests throughout the season.

How will Lemon Balm fit into my kitchen routine?

Lemon Balm is highly versatile in the kitchen: add its citrus-scented leaves to teas, salads, desserts, and cold beverages to brighten flavors without overpowering them. Leaves can be used fresh or lightly bruised to release aroma, and small sprigs make an attractive garnish.

• Fresh tea: steep 4–6 leaves per cup for a mild citrus infusion.
• Garnishes: torn leaves for desserts, cocktails, and savory plates.
• Infusions: flavor syrups, vinegars, and infused water.
• Cold dishes: mix into salads or yogurts for a fresh note.

How do I care for these Lemon Balm plants indoors or outdoors?

Lemon Balm is forgiving and adapts to pots and garden beds. It prefers full sun to partial shade and evenly moist, well-draining soil; regular watering and occasional trimming encourage dense, bushy growth.

• Light: full sun to partial shade, bright windowsill recommended indoors.
• Soil: moist, well-drained potting mix with good aeration.
• Water: keep consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Pruning: trim for shape and to promote multiple harvests.

What size and growth habit should I expect from each plant?

Each plant ships in a 1-pint pot and will form a bushy clump as it matures, typically reaching 18–24 inches when fully grown. They’re well-suited to containers where they remain manageable, or they can be planted in-ground for a larger, spreading patch.

• Container size: 1-pint pot at shipping; transplant to larger pots as needed.
• Mature height: generally 18–24 inches tall, with similar spread.
• Spacing: plant 12–18 inches apart for healthy air flow and growth.
• Maintenance: pinching back tips encourages fuller plants and more leaves.

How can I harvest and use the leaves without stressing the plant?

Harvest selectively and regularly to keep the plant vigorous—pick outer leaves or cut stems back by one-third to encourage new growth. Frequent light harvests are better than stripping many leaves at once.

• Method: snip stems near the base or pick outer leaves by hand.
• Timing: harvest during the growing season, avoiding heavy cuts late in fall.
• Storage: use fresh leaves immediately or dry for long-term storage.
• Regrowth: regular harvesting promotes bushier regrowth and extends productivity.

Who is this for? These six Lemon Balm plants are ideal for home cooks, herbal tea lovers, balcony gardeners, and anyone who wants a compact, fragrant herb to brighten indoor spaces or containers. They suit beginners because they establish quickly and tolerate a range of light conditions, yet they also reward experienced gardeners with repeated harvests and year-after-year returns when grown as a perennial in suitable climates.