lemon balm

In February, during a gnarly bout of the flu, I found both comfort and strength in my very first cup of elderberry lemon balm tea.

Most herbs prefer full sun, but some like mint, thyme, chives, parsley and lemon balm will tolerate some shade.

Herbs that are often promoted for relaxation, stress relief or sleep include valerian root, passionflower, lemon balm and ashwagandha, among others.

Herbs with high moisture content like basil, oregano, lemon balm and mint will mold if not dried quickly.

Many herbs, such as rosemary, basil, cilantro, lemon balm, oregano and mint will grow well in containers.