Monarda fistulosa - Wikipedia
WEBMonarda fistulosa is an herbaceous perennial that grows from slender creeping rhizomes, thus commonly occurring in large clumps. The plants are typically up to 3 ft (0.91 m) tall, with a few erect branches.
Monarda fistulosa - Plant Finder - Missouri Botanical Garden
WEBMonarda fistulosa, commonly called wild bergamot, is a common Missouri native perennial which occurs statewide in dryish soils on prairies, dry rocky woods and glade margins, unplanted fields and along roads and railroads. A clump-forming, mint family member that grows typically to 2-4' tall.
Complete Guide to Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa)
WEBWild Bergamot is a perennial wildflower native to most of North America. Scientifically known as Monarda fistulosa, it will grow 2-4′ tall in full sun and well drained soil. A member of the mint family, Wild Bergamot blooms for 1 month in Summer, and attracts many of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Monarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot) - Gardenia
WEBMonarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot) is a clump-forming perennial boasting masses of fragrant, lilac-purple, tubular flowers, borne in dense, globular terminal heads, 2-3 in. across (5-7 cm). Blooming for weeks from mid-summer to early fall, they rest upon a whorl of decorative whitish bracts.
Monarda fistulosa - North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant …
WEBMonarda fistulosa, commonly called wild bergamot, is a native herbaceous perennial that occurs in dryish soils on prairies, dry rocky woods and glade margins, unplanted fields and along roads and railroads. It is a clump-forming, mint family member that …
Bergamot - Monarda fistulosa - Prairie Nursery
WEBBergamot (Monarda fistulosa) is a well known and highly adaptable native plant that thrives in all but the wettest soils. The fragrant lavender flowers are a popular nectar source for pollinators and attract a wide variety of bees and butterflies.
How To Grow Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) In Your Garden
WEBFeb 15, 2024 · Monarda fistulosa, commonly known as Wild Bergamot or Bee Balm, is a perennial plant valued for its distinctive, fragrant foliage and showy flowers. Originating from North America, this delightful plant is a popular choice among gardeners and is a great plant to grow if you wish to attract pollinators to your garden.
How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Bee Balm - Monarda - Harvest …
WEBBee balm is a tall perennial herb native to North America. Bee balm is also called by its botanical name—Monarda, and is also called bergamot (because the scent is similar to the citrus fruit bergamot, an orange), and is also referred to as Oswego tea (the Oswego Indians made tea from the leaves).
Growing Bee Balm: Planting And Caring For Monarda
WEBBee Balm (Monarda) is a genus of native wildflowers and native hybrids renowned for their large pollinator-attracting flower clusters. These plants have been the focus of breeders and nursery people for many years and a large number of different cultivars are …
How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Wild Bergamot - Epic Gardening
WEBAug 24, 2023 · Wild bergamot (Monarda fistulosa), is a member of the mint family (Lamiaceae). It has fragrant leaves and flowers and grows 2 to 4 feet tall. Plants can be grown from seed or by division, and once they become established in an area, they grow fast. You may recognize the similarities to the cultivated Monarda, also called bee balm.