In this article we’re going to cover the benefits of lemon balm, how to harvest it properly, plus I’ll show you step-by-step how to dry lemon balm using 3 EASY methods.

This herbal tisane benefits from the addition of raw honey from honey bees, agave syrup, and a dash of lemon juice.A herbal infusion of Lemon Balm leaves is said to help relieve the symptoms of catarrh, colds and headaches. Run your dehydrator on its lowest setting (which is 105 degrees for my dehydrator) for about 12 hours. Drying herbs can take anywhere from a few days to three weeks, depending on the level of humidity in your home.

While Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is renowned for its therapeutic properties, it's essential to exercise caution and seek professional medical advice if you have specific health concerns, are pregnant or nursing, take medications, or have known medical conditions. If your lemon balm is covered in dirt from a recent rain or watering, I’d give it a good rinse and lay them out on a tea towel for about an hour so it’s not sopping wet. Pour the hot water into the teacup and allow the lemon balm leaves to steep for around 5 to 10 minutes.Ideally you can bring it to a boil and then let it sit for a minute or two before adding it to your leaves. He wrote that it was ruled by the planet Jupiter and associated with the zodiac sign of Cancer, therefore having an association with the water element and thus an effect on emotions. The plants have the highest amount of healthy antioxidants and essential oils at this time resulting in better flavor. Commonly used to infuse oils, teas, syrups and sauces, Bunched Lemon Balm may be prepared fresh, dried or crushed for rubs and dry seasoning. In summer you can make fresh lemon balm tea, or you can dry the leaves for a beverage you can enjoy all year round.