Editing Lemon Balm (section)

== Characteristics ==

* '''Physical Characteristics''': Lemon balm plants typically grow up to 1 m (3+1⁄2 ft) tall, with heart-shaped leaves that are 2–8 cm long and have a rough, veined surface<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lemon_balm</ref><ref>https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/lemon-balm-melissa-officinalis</ref>. The ‘Mandarina’ variety is particularly valued for its Mandarin orange scent.
* '''Growing Conditions''': Lemon balm prefers rich, moist soil and full sun to partial shade<ref>https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/lemon-balm-melissa-officinalis</ref><ref>https://garden.org/plants/view/786490/Lemon-Balm-Melissa-officinalis-Mandarina</ref>. It can be grown from seed or propagated through division and cuttings<ref>https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/lemon-balm-melissa-officinalis</ref>.
* '''Lifecycle''': As a perennial, lemon balm lives for about ten years but is often replaced every five years to maintain soil health<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lemon_balm</ref>. In mild climates, it dies back in winter and regrows in spring<ref>https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/lemon-balm-melissa-officinalis</ref>.

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