Description

Lemon Mint or Monarda Citriodora can add a citrus flavor to iced and hot teas. Sometimes, it’s also referred to as Bee Balm but not to be confused with Lemon Balm as they’re not the same. This herb can be a substitute for your Mojito drink as well!

• Plant height: 4 to 6 inches
• Pot diameter: 3 to 5 inches

We also recommend putting herbs like Lemon Mint in our cocopots as they thrive well in them too.

History & Health Benefits

This herb for sale in Manila is native to North and Central America. There, they used it as a natural insect repellant as it contains the compound Citronellol. It was also used as season for meat and fowl by Native North Americans.

This herb is also known for treating throat and oral infections and can serve as antioxidants and antimicrobials. They are also reported to help reduce headaches and fevers as well. Lemon Mint is usually used in teas or salads, but it doesn’t give a lot of minty taste much to its name.

Care guide

This outdoor plant in the Philippines thrives best under direct sunlight outdoors. While it can also survive in partial shade, it’s best to let them be exposed to full sun where they can enjoy optimum growth. Watering is normally done once every day, however, it can be watered two times a day on a hot weather. It’s a go signal to water them once the topsoil has dried out already. Make sure that the water drains at the bottom of the pot when watering as well.

Propagation

When propagating this Lemon Mint for sale in Manila, choose a healthy stem. Cut about 3 inches of it below a node, and remove the leaves on the bottom. You can place the cutting in either a glass of water or straight into soil. If you chose water propagation, you can wait about a month or so for its roots to grow before you transplant them. Make sure to leave it in a bright area in your home!

• Lemon Balm 
• Cuban Oregano
• Citronella