Hello Herb Lovers,

Lemon Balm in May

I have a great bunch of Lemon Balm (aka, balsam, melissa) that can be picked now.

While looking for inspirational recipes I came across this Lemon Balm Vinegar recipe on The Herb Gardener blog.

This sounds like a recipe that would really work for my taste buds, not to forget the medicinal benefits of lemon balm either.

For those who don’t know, lemon balm (Melissa Officinalis) is a great relaxant, helps digestion and eases tension headaches. Traditionally used as a mild anti depressant it has recently been shown to also have antiviral properties which may make it an effective tool in the treatment of cold sores. It has a lovely lemony flavour can be added to salads - go great with fish - the tea is pleasant and makes for a nicer headache relief than paracetamol. Herb infused vinegars are an age old way of extracting the health benefits from herbs, so this recipe might work on culinary as well as medicinal levels.

My Garden has been doing really well. On the left is the picture of how the garden looked in early March. The right picture was taken this morning. Coming together nicely :)

Herb Garden in March Herb Garden in May

Oh and I mustn’t forget to point out the glorious bench on the right which the Light of My Life built just for moi, to make my herb garden extra special. All together now :”Awwwwwww” :)

Well I am off to infuse vinegar….

Stay Herbal!