Monarda fistulosa - Wild Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa - Wild Bergamot
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Wild Bergamot is a member of the mint family of plants. It is also known as Bee Balm.
Its flowers and foliage have a slight mint-like fragrance and you'll often smell it before you see it!
In pre-settlement times, the species was probably found primarily on prairies. But unlike most prairie plants which seldom grow by themselves in non-prairie areas, Wild Bergamot grows easily in all open field habitats. Can also grow well in garden beds.
This mid-summer stunner blooms alongside species like Purple Coneflower, Ox Eye Sunflower and Grey-headed Coneflower.
How To Plant Wild Bergamot Seeds:
Direct sow seeds into prepared soil in late fall once soil temps are below 50 degrees (usually mid to late November). Can also be planted in winter during natural freeze / thaw cycles and early spring. Plant shallow, no deeper than 1/8 to 1/4 inch deep and lightly rake to work seed in. Plant in full sun to partial shade. Can take three growing seasons to fully establish.
Seed Info
Seed Envelopes contain approximately 0.02 ounces of seed and cover about 5 to 10 square feet.
Product Details
Flower Color: Lavender
Height: 2 to 5 Feet
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil Hydrology: Dry to Wet Soils
Bloom Time: July to September
Plant Type: Perennial
Stratification: None
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Product Code: MON02F
Wild Bergamot is a member of the mint family of plants. It is also known as Bee Balm.
Its flowers and foliage have a slight mint-like fragrance and you'll often smell it before you see it!
In pre-settlement times, the species was probably found primarily on prairies. But unlike most prairie plants which seldom grow by themselves in non-prairie areas, Wild Bergamot grows easily in all open field habitats. Can also grow well in garden beds.
This mid-summer stunner blooms alongside species like Purple Coneflower, Ox Eye Sunflower and Grey-headed Coneflower.
How To Plant Wild Bergamot Seeds:
Direct sow seeds into prepared soil in late fall once soil temps are below 50 degrees (usually mid to late November). Can also be planted in winter during natural freeze / thaw cycles and early spring. Plant shallow, no deeper than 1/8 to 1/4 inch deep and lightly rake to work seed in. Plant in full sun to partial shade. Can take three growing seasons to fully establish.
Seed Envelopes contain approximately 0.02 ounces of seed and cover about 5 to 10 square feet.
Flower Color: Lavender
Height: 2 to 5 Feet
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil Hydrology: Dry to Wet Soils
Bloom Time: July to September
Plant Type: Perennial
Stratification: None
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Product Code: MON02F
