She lives in the Blue Ridge Mountains with her family and a menagerie of animals, where she enjoys brainstorming creative things to make with the flowers and weeds that grow around her. You can find the full recipe and how to make it at my blog post, Ginger & Lemon Balm Cold & Flu Syrup. Add a lilttle hot water then mashing them all together ..Splatter on face :). Double the lemon balm if you plan to pour it over ice. Thanks. You can find the full recipe and how to make it in my blog post, Lemon Balm Bug Spray. Also, it has a faint rotting smell. I started with one plant purchased from my local garden center and not only did it spread to form mounds across about 1/3 of the side of my house, but I find little seedlings everywhere when I weed my garden (Including in places wayyyyyy far from it.) ), if you mix it with a little water into your blender and break it up some you can freeze it in ice cube trays…it keeps very well in zip lock bags. Thank you, my first herbs and garden in years, I’m learning, next year will be much better. Its perfect here this time of year for vegetables and I gave Lemon Balm a try and its taken off. After logging in you can close it and return to this page. A couple of years ago, I bought a small pot of the herb and left it on an outside table next to the edge of our low lying deck. You probably shouldn’t drink a cup full of tea or some other large amount if you’re on hypothyroid meds/supplements though, without double checking with your doctor or naturopath first. Usually, part of it stays green all winter here, but this year has been extra cold and I lost it all. Related: Fresh leaves can also be frozen in ice cubes to dress up a summer beverage. Strain out the plant bits and then shampoo and condition your hair as normal. I would like to reinfuse it with fresh lemon balm instead of just throwing it out, is that something that can be done? I am so happy to find out how to use it. It’s so easy to make, your kids can help! More than just plain tea, however; lemon balm can be used like mint in many drinks for adults and kids alike. :), Thank you so much. 2 cups fresh lemon balm leaves (Fresh lemon balm has a lot of volatile oils and aromatics, so fresh will be more potent than using dried. Thanks for following on Pinterest! Dip lemon balm leaves in the mixture, then dip in sugar. Lemonbalm is a fragrant herb that always seems to grow lush and strong in the garden. Is there any type of face mask I could make with lemon balm leaves ? Harvest 2 big bunches of lemon balm - about 2 cups of leaves and stems. :). Most green leafy herbs can be made into a lovely pesto. To make: Beat an egg white with a tiny bit of water. Refrigerate for several hours. I’ll have to try some of the other recipes out. It’s more of a precautionary statement to let people know that a few studies & some traditional herbalists lean towards avoiding lemon balm if you have hypothyroid. Cap with a non-metallic lid and store in a cool, dark place for about 4 to 6 weeks, shaking periodically. Hello, thank you for the info. Lemon balm is a lot like mint. I have been trying to grow lemon balm from seed with not much luck. Thanks in advance for your kind assistance. As an Amazon Asssociate we earn from qualifiying purchases. I want to thank you for the warning about not consuming large amounts of this plant if one has a thyriod condition…I take meds for low thyriod everyday,thank you so much for providing this important information along with the rest of the helpful tips on how to use the plants . Thanks to the Nerdy Farm Wife for my favorite post on Lemon Balm, 12 Things to Do With Lemon Balm–go for it! I cut up some lemon balm leaves and put them in a simmering pot of water on my stove all day to freshen my kitchen/home (making sure to keep water added), it smells wonderful! Can that be used in the same way as lemon balm? Thanks! Lay the coated leaves on a parchment lined baking sheet. Yes, you sure can. Strain before drinking. And there are more you can search for, but the main thing to keep in mind is that the tests were done in an isolated lab setting. Thank you all so much for sharing this information. This can also be done in a slow cooker. Pour in cold water until it reaches the top. What a wonderful idea – thanks for sharing Amber! Hi Pam! I hope you’re able to find some! Dab on blemishes and bug bites as needed. You’re welcome! I would definitely not want to usurp what a licensed naturopath says – they know all about your medical history and I’m sure they have a big picture/plan for health in mind! Hi Suzie! I will put them to good use. Hi Danny! Thanks so much, I’m glad you corrected that, I was worried for a second! Sweeten to taste & enjoy! You could also use it in an oxymel remedy. Roast in the preheated oven 30 minutes, then turn chicken breast-side-up, and continue baking until … dried, seedless rosehips. The website thenerdyfarmwife.com, operating under Honey Bee Hill Creatives LLC, is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. (Adapted from Rosemary Gladstar’s Medicinal Herbs.). This is a great stomach soothing, anti-viral concoction, perfect to take when you feel like you’re coming down with a cold or bug. Yep, witch hazel extract. I use the leaves to flavour my tea every sunday. Thank you for all the tips!! We keep it in the fridge, so it’s refreshing, too! 1 1/2 teaspoons . You can tie little bunches up to air dry or you can place individual leaves on paper towels or clean dish towels and let them air dry, in a single layer, for several days. Or maybe that would be a face wash of sorts… but still – good ideas! This is a favorite kid activity around here! I don’t use the thicker ones though. Once established, the larger plants are very difficult to pull out, I have to dig them. (Say a cup of tea during a really stressful time or something like that.) Your grow tent sounds wonderful! I just stuff my jar at least half full of fresh herbs (more is good too) and then cover to the top with witch hazel. Just planted lemon balm this year and wanted ideas to use the leaves as I need to trim it down. Use sparingly, since the flavor is concentrated, and add to taste. I love your site! It was on my “To Do” list today to harvest and wilt lemon balm. I have a beautiful lemon balm in a pot are there seeds on it I can plant in my garden next year? What a great idea, thanks for sharing it; I’ll have to experiment with that this summer! While still quite warm, measure out about 1/2 cup of the concentrated tea and stir 1/4 cup raw honey into it. Your lemon balm glycerite should smell lemon-y for a while. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. am also following you on pintrest. Add the fresh herbs to a tea strainer or tea ball and place in a standard-sized teacup. You can find the full recipe in my blog post, Lemon Balm Soap. Now I know what to do with it, thanks for all the great ideas! 1/2 teaspoon . This lip balm recipe was designed especially for my son who developed cold sores triggered by sunshine when he was young. I saw your helpful website and thought I’d ask. My question is I can’t find any documentation as to whether or not I can take them all at once or do I space them throughout the day? I’m glad the information was timely for you! I just got some seeds I will plant then I can’t wait to see them and do all the great thing. It’s easy to grow and has so many uses. I was wondering… is it better to leave in my kitchen window or plant it outside in the garden? Hi, I love all your recipes, Thanks! I hope you get good results! Simply add 1 tablespoon dried and crushed lemon balm or 1/4 cup whole fresh leaves. Its perfect this time of year growing vegetables. I’m not sure whether it gives a better effect or not, though you can certainly try it out and see how it works for you! If they are small, thin stems like are found on the tips, they’re fine to leave on. LEMON BALM LEMONADE - This lemon balm recipe makes about 6 cups and has only about 36 calories per cup! I especially like to toss a few fresh leaves into a salad or a bowl of mixed fresh fruit or use it in a vinaigrette for marinades and salads. I just found out this morning that we have about 5 medium plants of lemon balm in our garden in Aruba and they keep on growing. Thanks Brenda! Cant wait for summer and cool drinks in the shade. I grew my lemon balm from seed and it is huge and wonderful. Hi Jana, My once tiny lemon balm plant constantly threatens to take over one portion of my garden. The second option that shows for me is Mountain Herb Estate and it looks like you can contact them to order lemon balm: Great fun though . Should this have happened? But the roots? Check after 20 minutes and every 5 to 10 after that. My goal today was to find ways to use the Lemon Balm that grows rampant in my back yard. I will try my best to link up next Wednesday! Your email address will not be published. I look forward to the tea, the water, and the tincture. Stash it in the refrigerator for around 2 weeks and take whenever you’ve been around germy people, feel a little run down or think you might be catching something. That’s great! I live in a pretty dry climate with rocky soil. This Ginger & Lemon Balm Syrup is a ramped up version of a basic ginger syrup, with lemon balm added for its extra antiviral properties. I have a lemon balm based bug spray recipe coming to the blog soon too! Should I term all stems off for most of theses recipes? Looking for more creative ways to use flowers and herbs? Place the baking sheet in a 200 degree F oven until the leaves look dry, but not browned. I’m off to trim the plants! It could be just the stages of the leaves breaking down that you smell. That seems to be the magic amount for us, so I don’t think you’d need more than that. Here is a link for ideas how to use lemon balm https://thenerdyfarmwife.com/12-things-to-do-with-lemon-balm/ Both of these I sourced from the Hopkinton Farmers Market yesterday at Long Life Farms. https://www.google.com/search?q=south+african+plant+nursery+lemon+balm Simmer, covered partially, until the liquid is reduced in half. Thank you so much for those sites and thank you for all you do! I have never used witch Hazel before but looking forward to trying a plant-based repellent. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring well. Will let you know how it turns out! Lemon balm is low maintenance – great for both garden plots and containers (indoors and out). All content © The Nerdy Farm Wife - All Rights Reserved. Just back from the nursery with lemon balm seedlings. dried oatstraw. However, here’s why I put that suggestion in: The first time I saw this information, was a quote by respected herbalist, Rosemary Gladstar: “Lemon balm is considered a thyroid inhibitor; those suffering from hypothyroidism or low thyroid activity should use it only under the guidance of a health-care practitioner.” That made me curious to learn more, because if anything my children & I run more to having a few symptoms on the opposite hyperthyroidism side of things & I wondered if we could benefit by taking it more. (Some scents fade with time, though my two year old rose glycerite is still a pretty pink and smells as fresh as the day I made it!). I think you could try the syrup or tincture, but you might also consider investigating rose for PMS. How exciting! First, cut or crush lemon balm gently into small pieces. 3 … I got to know through your website that lemon balm leaves can be used in so many ways. You’re welcome! I am so excited to start using my herbs for things other than cooking. Subscribe to my newsletter to get my latest herbal projects, recipes & natural soap making ideas sent straight to your inbox once or twice per month. Add the eggs and beat well. In a food processor combine the lemon balm with 2-3 Tbsp of good olive oil. Hi Chelsea! The information on this site is for idea-sharing only. Did you enjoy this article on 12+ uses for lemon balm? Use lemon balm in place of lemon peel in recipes and to flavor soups, sauces, vinegars and seafood. I presume that the potency of the plant material isn’t as strong, that’s why it has that shelf life.. Hi Sandra! You'll need: 3 cups loosely packed, fresh lemon balm leaves (or about 1 cup dried) 6 cups hot water; Juice of 4 fresh lemons (around 1 cup) I started with one tiny plant, and now it has spread to cover about 1/3 of one side of my house. I’ve not tried growing it from seed, but I have ran into a few tricky ones that I just gave up and bought the plant too. I find seedlings for it all over the place. What a wonderful thing to find in your garden! Thanks, Jan. You had me at “attracts bees to the garden” (always a good thing)! Pour in the poppy seeds and mix until thoroughly … Add in 1-2 crushed garlic cloves and blend well. Hi Casey! I found you on the web as a result of a search for information about the uses of lemon balm. Pour 8 ounces of boiling water over the herb and steep in hot water for about 15 minutes. Drizzle the salads with honey or a dressing made of yogurt and honey. In my posts: (6 ways to use mint) https://thenerdyfarmwife.com/mint-ideas/ and (Using fresh mint in salves/lip balm) https://thenerdyfarmwife.com/using-fresh-mint-to-make-lip-balms-salve/ I actually used fresh spearmint the most for the projects shown because I have a ton of it too! Lay the coated leaves on a parchment lined baking sheet. You should be able to make a lemon balm tea and use it for the liquid in any face mask recipe you find online. Pour carrier oil of your preference into the bowl to cover the herbs. I love ’em! If you bought it from a local nursery though, there’s a good chance that it is suitable for your area, but you can double check with them and see what they recommend. 2 tablespoons . Now a word of caution… always, always triple wash your garden herbs. Here are three of the best herbal tea recipes that anyone can make, right in their own kitchen. It was 1am before they settled last time. :), […] compounds with powerful antioxidant properties). :), […] alongside E’s sunflower. I’m sorry that I didn’t see Cheryl’s comment earlier! Boil the water in pan and place the bowl on top of it. If it’s an oil infusion, then you probably want to toss it, since oil has a more limited shelf life. :), I love, love, love Lemon Balm. I’m not sure about the faint rotting smell though. I will be using these for myself and for my children when they need to be calmed down at night. Actually, it’s a breath of fresh air. Once you plant it, it usually grows and spreads A LOT. It is especially beneficial to tomatoes, squashes, melons, broccoli, cauliflower, and other cabbage family plants.” http://www.seedaholic.com/lemon-balm-melissa-officinalis-organic.html I think the only thing to remember though, is that lemon balm will grow and grow and grow and take over an area, so if you have vegetables nearby, keep it trimmed back to control it. Heat the soap just long enough to melt it. I have one more that I’ve tried with success: Break off a leafy stem and very gently rub it on any exposed skin to repel mosquitos. The leaves are a tasty addition to iced tea and lemonade, wine, and fruit punch. https://thesimplelifesimplified.com/5-calming-herbs-herbal-tea-recipes-for-sleep This site says: “Lemon Balm makes a suitable companion to many other vegetables, fruits and herbs. Glycerites might have a shorter shelf life, but alcohol and vinegar tinctures will both last a long time. Traditionally, it’s been used to gently treat colic and upset stomach in everyone from infants to elders. Thanks for your tips Karen! You can then store it for up to a year, like you store home canned goods for up to a year. Also, is it witch Hazel extract? I would go ahead and strain it and then let it sit tightly closed (out of direct sunlight) for several days, then uncap and see what it smells like then. Fortunately, lemon balm has many uses and today, I’m sharing over a dozen things to do with this prolific little gem. Hi Tammy! Add in dried lemon balms into the top bowl of your double boiler. Make lemon balm & honey butter: Hang from the spigot and let the water run through as the tub fills. Be blessed. […] 12 Uses For Lemon Balm | Sore Muscles Soak  | Herbal Soap (Without Handling Lye) […], […] For further inspiration on ways to use this prolific plant, be sure to check out my post on 12 Things to Do With Lemon Balm. (If you have really cold winters, you might want to wait until spring to do this.) Lemon balm is an easy to grow herb that not only attracts bees to the garden, but is also a great anti-viral with relaxing properties that are helpful for soothing frayed nerves and calming hyper children. :). Will the glycerite retain the good smell of fresh herbs? Thank you. Glycerites are a sweet way to dose herbal medicine without the alcohol that regular tinctures contain. Yes, you can use the flowers as well. (But still double check with them, to be on the safe side.) How exciting to have your own herb garden to enjoy and make fun things with! If you’ve ever planted lemon balm, you know how one tiny plant can quickly take over a large portion of your garden! Enjoyed reading . Love the bug spray too. They may be chopped and added to poultry and fish marinades, as well as mayonnaise and cream sauces, especially those served with seafood or asparagus. could you e-mail me and ell me what ACV is. (Honey should not be used with children under 1 year old.). I especially will try the remedies you have here. :) I’m anxiously waiting for mine to start peeking out again. Or will it be ready after the six week period and lasts for a year? Maybe I will try to find a plant and just purchase it. Try a thin white sock with a knot tied at the top.). I’ve tried a lot of homemade bug spray recipes and this is my favorite one. I just bought my first lemon balm plant and will by tucking it into a nice (and large) pot I just happen to have. All recipes are made and used at your own risk. Kentucky Forager is making Lemon Balm Syrup with theirs. Your website was on the top of the list, and I am very happy that I clicked on it. I really enjoyed reading it. Did you add any water, or just straight alcohol? You can also make a tea or infusion and freeze that. It’s nice to see someone dispense responsible information. Gently rinse your lemon or lime balm in a bowl with running water. 1 tablespoon . How to use Lemon Balm medicinally. I’m happy you found the post useful & hope you have lots of fun making lemon-balmy things! To brew a hot cup, Use 2 Tablespoons of fresh chopped leaves to every 8 ounces of boiling water. Hi Miss Juday! Hi Michelle, I’m not sure how Laura makes it (and if she sees your comment I hope she replies! You can also divide your plant and put part of it in your garden. See more ideas about Dried lemon, Dried lemon peel, Dehydrator recipes. I love lemon balm tea and appreciate all of its other uses! The best part is that it’s yet another way to help use up some of my abundance of lemon balm and other herbs! This is an awesome post! How long do you let it steep for? I remember last year that I thought of several more mint ideas, I just never got around to trying them out. I found several interesting ways to use lemon balm that I’m excited to try. However, I’m not exactly sure how it grows in other climates, outside of my own. :). I would think once it flowers it should produce some. :), Was reading all these post archives and wondered what is ACV that Laura uses in her mosquito repellent. (No bath bags handy? So, in theory, it should be able to be grown by seed, but if you ask around and find a friend with some, there’s also a good chance they’ll be happy to give you a section of theirs! Lemon balm tea is always delicious. 2 tablespoons dried lemon balm 1 teaspoon lemon peel 8 oz. This version adds a light lemony flavor. :). I know that teas are a good, gentle way of dosing herbs, but I’m not a huge tea fan myself, so prefer other forms first. In a blender, blend the peas with a little of their cooking water, a handful of lemon balm leaves, the juice and grated zest of half a lemon and a pinch of salt until they form a creamy soup. Add lemon balm leaves to a jar until about three-quarters filled. It’s better just to make what you want from the start, instead of mixing two processes. That’s great to know that lemon balm and peppermint do well indoors as well! Here’s a recipe that has more information that might interest you: https://thenerdyfarmwife.com/rose-glycerite-emotional-balancer/, […] 12 Things to Do With Lemon Balm from The Nerdy Farm Wife […]. Can lemon balm be grown from seed or is this a plant that is best purchased from a nursery? 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