Vietnamesische Melisse

Season Overview

Description

Vietnamese lemon balm is an upright herb that grows to a height of around 60 cm. The leaves are long, stalked and toothed and reach a length of 2 to 8.5 cm and a width of 8 to 2.5 cm. Their shape is ovate to lanceolate, with a glandular underside. It flowers purple in flat spikes in September and October. The leaves, with their warm, slightly minty-mild flavor, can be used in many dishes.

Growing tips

For overwintering, fresh cuttings should be rooted in October or so; these can easily be brought through the winter.

Details

Light requirement

Semi-shaded

Soil

Medium (loamy)

Nutrient requirement

Medium

Seeding distance

30 cm

Row spacing

30 cm

Seeding depth

0 cm