The small, daisylike flowers of this low-growing, decorative perennial are used for tea and impart an applelike flavor. This perennial herb can grow 4 to 6 feet high. It comes in green and bronze varieties. Leaves and seeds lend a sweet licorice flavor to tea. Also known as bee balm, this perennial herb adds a lemon tang to tea.
Fresh leaves have the best flavor.
It likes rich roil and good drainage. Lemon verbena is the main ingredient in the popular Verveine tea sold commercially. The cool, refreshing perennial herb comes in a wide variety of flavors, including peppermint, spearmint, chocolate, apple, pineapple and orange. It grows almost anywhere, but prefers moist, partially shaded areas. All Rights Reserved.