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When to Plant Lemon Balm in Zone 1A

USDA Zone

1A

Cities Covered

5

Avg Last Frost

Monday, June 15, 2026

Plant Type

Indoor Start

📅 Planting Calendar for Zone 1A

Start Seeds Indoors Monday, May 4, 2026
Transplant Outdoors Monday, June 29, 2026

Pro Tip: Start Lemon Balm seeds indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date for best results.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Melissa officinalis
Days to Maturity 70 days
Sun Requirements Full Sun

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Growing Lemon Balm in USDA Zone 1A

Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) grows well in USDA Hardiness Zone 1A. This zone includes cities like Allakaket, Beaver, Circle and 2 more.

The average last frost date for Zone 1A is around Monday, June 15, 2026. For best results, start your Lemon Balm seeds indoors around Monday, May 4, 2026, then transplant outdoors around Monday, June 29, 2026.

Expect to harvest your Lemon Balm approximately 70 days after planting.