Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis)

🌿 How it helps

Lemon balm is a trusted helper for everyday stress and mental strain:

• Calm mind: Helps with inner restlessness, tension or scattered thoughts.
• Better sleep: Supports falling asleep and deeper, undisturbed rest.
• Easier digestion: Helps relax mild cramps in the digestive tract and supports stress-affected digestion.

🍵 How to use it

• Tea / infusion: Pour boiling water over 1–2 teaspoons of the dried herb and steep for 10 minutes.
• Fresh in the kitchen: Leaves add freshness to summer drinks, salads and desserts.
• Tincture: Practical for use during the day.

☀️ Where to find it and when to harvest

• Where it grows: Commonly grown in gardens and balcony pots. Prefers sunny to partly shaded spots.
• When to harvest: Leaves and stems are harvested before flowering (usually June to July), ideally in the morning once the dew has dried.