Melissa consists of herbaceous perennials featuring wide, oval-shaped leaves that emit a pleasant aroma. In the summer, they produce small white flowers arranged in spikes, characterized by their distinctive two-lipped structure.

Melissa

Melissa grandiflora

Melissa officinalis is a bushy perennial that can reach heights and widths of up to 1 meter. Its heart-shaped leaves, measuring between 2 to 8 cm in length, emit a distinct lemon aroma and feature scalloped edges. In the summer, the plant produces leafy spikes adorned with creamy-white or pale purple flowers, which are rich in nectar and draw in bees and other pollinators. The leaves are commonly utilized as a culinary herb.

Melissa officinalis

Melissa officinalis 'All Gold' is a vigorous herbaceous perennial that reaches heights of up to 30 cm. This plant features square stems and distinctive, serrated leaves that can grow up to 7 cm in length, exhibiting a vibrant golden-yellow hue. When the leaves are crushed, they release a pronounced lemon scent. In summer, it produces leafy whorled spikes adorned with pale lilac-tinged white flowers.

Melissa officinalis 'All Gold'

Melissa officinalis 'Aurea' is a robust perennial that reaches heights of up to 30 cm. It features square stems and textured, serrated leaves that are deep green and accented with vibrant yellow edges. When the leaves are crushed, they release a pronounced lemon scent. In summer, this variety produces clusters of pale lilac-tinged white flowers arranged in whorls along the stems.

Melissa officinalis 'Aurea' (v)

Melissa officinalis 'Citronella'

Melissa officinalis 'Compacta'

Melissa officinalis 'Gold Leaf'

Melissa officinalis 'Lemona'

Melissa officinalis 'Lime Balm' is a vigorous, upright perennial that reaches a height of up to 60 cm. Its leaves are scalloped and wrinkled, measuring up to 7 cm in length, and emit a pronounced citrus aroma when crushed. In summer, the plant sends up spikes adorned with flowers that range from white to a subtle purple hue, drawing the attention of bees.