Monarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot) is a hardy, clump-forming native perennial that brings a long season of color and pollinator activity to your garden. You will get rounded heads of pink to lavender, tubular flowers in summer, plus aromatic foliage that releases a classic mint-family scent when brushed.

Plant it in full sun to partial shade for the best bloom and sturdy growth. In most gardens it reaches about 36-48 inches tall, forming upright stems over a gradually widening clump. Give it room and airflow, especially in humid climates, to reduce the chance of powdery mildew on the foliage.

This perennial tolerates dry to average moisture once established, but it also performs well with consistent moisture in well-drained soil. It is a good choice for naturalized plantings, native borders, and rain-garden edges where moisture can vary. It is also noted for tolerating clay, shallow rocky soils, and growing near black walnut (juglone) conditions.

Wild Bergamot is a dependable nectar plant that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Leave some stems standing through winter if you can, since stem-nesting bees may use the hollow or pithy stalks. Deer and rabbits typically avoid the aromatic foliage, making it easier to enjoy steady growth without constant browsing pressure.

If you want to extend flowering, deadhead spent blooms and cut back lightly after the main flush. The leaves can be used for herbal tea; harvest lightly and avoid overcutting so the plant keeps enough foliage to fuel strong regrowth and flowering.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 3-9 (-40 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Mature height: 36-48"
• Spread: 36-48"
• Tolerant of: Deer, Drought, Rabbits
• Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
• Grows Under Trees: Conifer - No, Walnut - Yes, Other - No
• Good for borders & edging: Yes
• Edible: Yes
• Fragrant: Yes
• Long bloom time: Yes
• Native to the U.S.: Yes

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