Wild Bergamot

Monarda fistulosa

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Overview

Wild Bergamot or Monarda fistulosa, is a resilient perennial native to North America. It features lavender-pink tubular flowers atop 2 to 4-feet tall stems. This plant thrives in full to partial sun, in zones 3 to 9, with moderate water needs. Its mint-scented foliage repels pests, making it a low-maintenance choice. Blooming mid to late summer, it attracts pollinators, adding both ecological value and visual interest to any landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater HighZones 3–9Climate Temperate

Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — the Wild Bergamot is ideal for a mid-border position where its clump-forming nature can be showcased

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: High
USDA zones: 3–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 3–4 Ft.
Mature width: 2–3 Ft.

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — It features lavender-pink tubular flowers atop 2 to 4-feet tall stems; which is important for preventing powdery, image 117

Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — cut back Monarda fistulosa to ground level in late fall to encourage a fresh burst of growth come spring; or as, image 128

Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — the Wild Bergamot is ideal for a mid-border position where its clump-forming nature can be showcased; perennial, image 122

Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — It flourishes in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil; the Wild Bergamot is ideal for a, image 123

Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — tolerating even dry conditions once established; hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9, image 124

Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — Ensure to give it a spacing of about 18 to 24 inches apart for optimal growth and air circulation; lavender and, image 125

Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — which is important for preventing powdery mildew.<br><br>The plant blooms from mid to late summer; blooming mid, image 126

Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — creating a long-lasting display with its tubular flowers arranged in dense, image 127

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