A fragrant perennial mint family member with lemon-scented foliage and delicate purple, pink, or white flower whorls that attract bees and butterflies. It thrives in hot, dry conditions and is excellent for containers and pollinator gardens.

Companion Planting

Plants well with

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chili pepper

Capsicum annuum

Lemon beebalm attracts beneficial insects and pollinators while its citral compounds may deter some pepper pests.

Anecdotal