Bergamot is known by several other names, including bee balm, monarda, and Oswego tea. The shaggy-looking clusters of flowers begin blooming in midsummer and last for several weeks.
These mop-headed flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making the plant ideal for a wildlife garden.
Flower Specifications
Season: Perennial USDA Zones: 4 - 9 Height: 30 inches Bloom Season: Summer Environment: Full sun to partial shade Soil Type: Well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.3 Deer Resistant: Yes
Planting Directions
Temperature: 68F Average Germ Time: 14 - 21 days Light Required: Yes Depth: Seeds must be covered thinly, no more than the thickness of the seed Sowing Rate: 4 seeds per plant Moisture: Keep seed moist until germination Plant Spacing: 30 inches
The seeds arrived quickly but we did not receive part of our order. We are still waiting for the ones we received to grow so too early for full review.