- Latin name
- Melissa officinalis 'Aurea'
- Type
- Hardy herbaceous perennial
- Final height
- 0.5m
- Final width
- 0.5m
- Situation
- Full sun, partial shade
- Flowering months
- May - August (purple)
- Can it be multiplied?
- By division
- Edible?
- Yes (foliage)
- Toxic?
- None reported
- Bee friendly?
- Yes
- Plant care tip
- Remove any flower spikes as they appear and harvest frequently to encourage new growth. Cut back dead foliage in winter