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Wild bergamot is an aromatic and medicinal perennial plant highly valued for its light, very natural lavender-mauve blooms. Its fragrant foliage gives off an herbaceous scent reminiscent of oregano or thyme, making it an interesting plant for herb gardens, perennial beds, naturalized landscapes, and pollinator-friendly gardens. With its upright habit and delicate whorled flowers, it adds height, movement, and a beautiful rustic touch to sunny spaces.
Easy to grow, wild bergamot prefers a location in full sun or partial shade, in well-drained, fresh to moderately moist soil. It tolerates natural and less rich conditions better than some horticultural monardas, which makes it interesting for prairie-style gardens, flower borders, and more wild landscapes. Good air circulation helps keep the foliage healthier, and pruning after flowering can encourage a more compact and well-branched plant.
Highly melliferous, wild bergamot attracts bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and several other pollinators, making it an excellent perennial for enriching garden biodiversity. Traditionally recognized as a medicinal and aromatic plant, it can also be used in infusions or as a fragrant plant, in moderation. It is an ideal plant for gardeners looking for a hardy, fragrant, ecological perennial full of natural charm.
Care guide
Choosing this plant
Light, soil, water and hardiness
Blooming, foliage and shape
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Companion planting, spacing and harvest
Pets
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Deer
The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.
