Description
Mintleaf Bee Balm (Monarda fistulosa) also known as Wild Bergamot & Horse-mint, is a well known & highly adaptable native plant that thrives in all but the wettest soils. The lavender tubular flowers is a favorite of pollinators including butterflies, bees & hummingbirds. It is also one of the host plants of the raspberry pyrausta & sphinx moth. A member of the mint family, & was historically used by indigenous people for a variety of medicinal applications. The distinctly aromatic leaves are commonly used to make tea, & the button seed heads are popular in dried floral arrangements. "Wild bergamot was identified as a valuable monarch nectar plant." ~xerces.org Start seeds inside 6 weeks before the last frost in spring or sow outside after the threat of frost has passed. Cover with 1/16" fine soil. Keep seeds moist during germination. The plant will reach 36". Space plants 18" apart. Annual in USDA Zones 3-10. Plant in full sun to partial shade. Lavender to pink blossoms during summer. USDA Zones 3-9. Learn more here: https://growitbuildit.com/monarda-fistulosa-wild-bergamot/ Mintleaf Bee Balm | Monarda Fistulosa Packet Of 25 Seeds With Free Shipping
