Monarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot)


Botanical Information

FamilyLamiaceae
GenusMonarda
Speciesfistulosa
CategoryPerennials, Wildflowers & Weeds
OriginCanada, United States and Mexico.
Ethnobotanical Uses
Disclaimer
The dried leaves of this plant are used in tea.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone4
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone2 - 5a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-35 - (-29)
Temperature (°F)-30 - (-20)
Height60 - 120 cm
Spread60 - 90 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJuly, August, September

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeWorks well as a border or as a meadow plant.
PropagationPropagate either through seed sown in a cold frame or by division of established clumps in the dormant period.
CultivationWill thrive in any soil, although it is best if a good mulch of manure or garden compost is used. Full sun is preferred, and bees will be attracted during the flowering period.
PestsIf air circulation is poor or it is located in a crowded garden, powdery mildew may occur.
Notable SpecimensJoany’s Woods, West Williams, Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada.
Leaf DescriptionOblong shaped leaves.
Flower DescriptionTubular shaped, lavendar coloured flowers.

Photographs