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Wild Bergamot (Monarda Fistulosa)
Also called Bee Balm, this Canadian native perennial is ideal for ornamental plantings and attracts pollinators with its charm and exceptional looks.
In summer it produces beautiful pink to lavender flowers. Perfect for open fields, clearings and loamy soils. Its height varies from 60 to 90 cm, but it can reach greater sizes in ideal conditions. In addition to beautifying the garden, wild bergamot is used to make tea.
Spread : Approximately 45-60 cm between plants.
Plant height : 60-90 cm (or more).
Quantity per pack : Approximately 250 seeds.
Companion plants : Echinacea, rudbeckia, milkweed.
Enemy plants : None notable.
The flowering season begins : Mid-summer.
Degree of difficulty : Easy.
Family name : Lamiaceae.
Frost Tolerance : Resists frost.
Latin : Monarda Fistulosa .
Light : Full sun to light shade.
Propagation : Start indoors or sow directly in fall.
How to Grow :
- Indoor sowing : Start seeds 8-10 weeks before last frost. Maintain a soil temperature of 60-70°F (15-21°C). Sow 1/4 inch (6 mm) deep, cover lightly, and expect germination to take 30 days or more.
- Direct Seeding : Sow directly outdoors 2-3 weeks before last frost or in fall for natural stratification. Space plants 18-24 inches apart in a location with full sun to light shade.
The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.
