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Monarda fistulosa 'Monarda (Wild Bergamot)'
Monarda (Wild Bergamot)
Wild Bergamot has bright lavender blooms with a spicy scent. Traditionally used by Native Americans to soothe bronchial complaints and ease colds. Plants produce flowers in the second year after planting. Edible Flowers: Add petals to salads, sprinkle over mild fish, use in fruit salads, or to garnish desserts and drinks. Flavor is minty and spicy. Provides nectar plant for bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.
- Native bee-friendly herb with oregano-like undertones
- Showy lavender blooms attract pollinators strongly
- Harvest leaves and flowers before full bloom for flavor
- Excellent in tea blends and herbal seasoning
- Category: Herbs
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Height: 24-48 in
- Spread: 24-36 in
- Spacing: 18 in
- Temperature: 30 to 90°F
Soil Moisture
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Growing & Maintenance Tips for Monarda fistulosa 'Monarda (Wild Bergamot)'
Monarda likes full sun to light shade and evenly moist soil. Good spacing and air flow reduce powdery mildew. Deadhead for a longer bloom period and divide clumps occasionally to keep plants vigorous.