Thanks to all of you for the ideas. I think I'm going to like this herb.
It has so many uses.

Diane


"bob" > wrote in message
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> On Tue, 24 Apr 2007 16:31:55 -0700, "
> > magnanimously proffered:
>
>>I've planted various herbs in a half wine barrel. Today I couldn't find
>>lemon thyme, so I found some lemon balm to plant. I've never grown this
>>before and am not sure how I can use it. Chicken? Fish? Anyone have any
>>experience with lemon balm?
>>
>>Diane M
>
> My wife grows it in our herb garden, but I'll have to ask her if she
> ever uses it in cooking and what for. The leaves make a very nice tea
> which I occasionally make. Pinch the leaves and enjoy the fragrance.