Wild Bergamot Monarda

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Description

About Wild Bergamot Monarda

Wild Bergamot Monarda, also known as Bee Balm, is a hardy perennial herbaceous plant that is native to North America. Its unique fragrance and stunning flowers make it a popular choice for gardens and landscaping. The showy, fragrant, pale purple flowers bloom from midsummer through fall.

Not only is Wild Bergamot Monarda a beautiful addition to your garden, but it also has a variety of uses. The leaves can be used to make a flavorful tea with many health benefits, including aiding digestion and promoting relaxation. The plant also attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a great choice for pollinator gardens.

How to Grow Wild Bergamot Monarda

Growing Wild Bergamot Monarda is relatively easy. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will thrive with consistent moisture. Plants need good air circulation. To encourage new growth, deadhead the spent flowers and divide the plant every few years.

Overall, Wild Bergamot Monarda is a versatile and stunning plant that can enhance any garden or landscape. Our premium, organically grown herbs are not only the highest quality available, but they also come ready to plant – making it easy for you to start your own thriving herb garden in no time!

Our USDA-Certified Organic herbs come potted in quality soil and ready to plant!

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Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.

Characteristics

Bloom Color	Pink, Purple
Shade/Sun	Partial Shade - Full Sun
Soil Composition	Loamy
Soil Moisture	Well Drained

Soil pH Level	6.0 - 8.0
Years to Bear	2
Zone Range	3 - 8

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 3 - 8

My Hardiness Zone ?

The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.

Pollination

Pollination is not required for this variety.

This variety does not require pollination to produce a harvestable crop.

Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.