Melissa officinalis
Is Lemon balm toxic to cats and dogs?
ASPCA lists Lemon balm as non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Source:ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants. This is general information, not veterinary advice. If a pet has eaten a plant and seems unwell, call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control.
How to care for Lemon balm
- Water
- About every 4 days
- Feed
- About every 21 days
- Light
- bright, indirect light
- Harvest
- About 70 days
- Sowing
- Sow about 6 weeks before your last spring frost.
As a starting point, water Lemon balm about every 4 days and feed it about every 21 days. Check the soil first, because light, pot size and season change how fast it dries out.
Common questions
Is Lemon balm toxic to cats and dogs?
ASPCA lists Lemon balm as non-toxic to cats and dogs.
How often should I water Lemon balm?
As a starting point, water Lemon balm about every 4 days and feed it about every 21 days. Check the soil first, because light, pot size and season change how fast it dries out.
How much light does Lemon balm need?
Lemon balm does best in bright, indirect light.
Never forget to water Lemon balm
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