lemon balm
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of lemon balm
First recorded in 1885–90
Example Sentences
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Herbs that are often promoted for relaxation, stress relief or sleep include valerian root, passionflower, lemon balm and ashwagandha, among others.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 7, 2024
Many herbs, such as rosemary, basil, cilantro, lemon balm, oregano and mint will grow well in containers.
From Washington Times • May 23, 2023
Just clip some of the fresh mint and lemon balm you've been growing in your window box, grab that local honey you paid top dollar for at your farmer's market and juice a few lemons.
From Salon • Mar. 23, 2023
This relaxing, lemon balm and coriander-scented candle comes with seed paper and a soil pod to plant in the container after the candle is finished.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 23, 2022
She brings me lemon balm tea to settle my nerves and starts cleaning up the mess, breathing hard with effort and fear, muttering about how she knew it, that thieves are lurking around every comer.
From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau
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