Cultivating Vietnamese Lemon Balm Kinh Gioi Seeds Elsholtzia Ciliata 1000 seeds x 4 pack

Elsholtzia Ciliata: Growing, Benefits, and Uses Guide Vietnamese Lemon Balm Seeds – Elsholtzia ciliata (Kinh Giới, Vietnamese Balm, Aromatic Herb) Grow your own fragrant and refreshing herb with Vietnamese Lemon Balm seeds (Elsholtzia ciliata), traditionally known as Kinh Giới. With a bright, citrusy-minty aroma and flavor, Kinh Giới is a staple in Vietnamese herbal medicine and cuisine — commonly added to bún, soups, wraps, and herbal teas. Often confused with European lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), Kinh Giới is lighter, spicier, and more heat-tolerant, making it ideal for tropical and warm-season gardens. 🌱 How to Plant Vietnamese Lemon Balm (Kinh Giới) Seeds: When to Plant: Start indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost, or direct sow outdoors after frost has passed. Grows best in spring through early summer. Sowing Depth: Surface sow or plant seeds no deeper than 1/8 inch. Gently press into soil and keep moist — seeds need light to germinate. Germination: Germina