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Lemon Balm

 Scientific NameMelissa officinalisGeneral InformationLemon balm is a fragrant perennial herb that grows 2 to 3 feet tall and is loved by bees. To avoid aggressive spread, pinch-tip stems or grow in a container. Deer avoid lemon balm.When to PlantFrom seed: Sow seed in spring and early fall.Transplants:…
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Lemon Verbena

 Scientific NameAloysia triphylla (Lippia citriodora)General InformationLemon verbena is a popular shrub that grows 15 feet tall in the tropics, usually shorter in northern California. Evergreen in frost-free areas. Foliage is cherished for sweet, fresh, lemony scent. Leaves and flowers are used for…
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Lavender

 Scientific NameLavandula speciesGeneral InformationLavender is a perennial shrub with fragrant foliage and flowers. It grows 1 to 3 feet tall. Depending on the cultivar, flower colors include purple, blue, pink, or white. Deer avoid lavender.When to PlantPlant in spring after the last frost…
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