Wild Bergamot Bee Balm - Organic

bare-root plants

Monarda fistulosa

3-4' tall. Our native wildflower species with aromatic lavender blossoms.

Beloved by bees, butterflies and one of the best hummingbird magnets nature has to offer! This is the species most commonly used for medicinal purposes. Infusion of the aerial parts can be used to improve digestion by reducing flatulence. Foliage is also aromatic and delicious used as tea or added to meat and bean dishes.

Wild and wily flowers form with tubular petals on pincushion heads borne above colorful bracts in July and August. Good for borders, for wet areas and for cutting.

Plant 16–20" apart in moist soil, sun or shade; in shade its bloom time is longer but foliage is more susceptible to powdery mildew. In full sun, keep it mulched and watered. Self sows and forms a nice clump over time. Native to North America. Z3. Maine Grown. (bare-root crowns)

ships in spring

This item is certified organic

7769 Wild Bergamot - Organic

A: 1 ea

$8.50

B: 3 ea

$23.00

Shipping

Items from our perennial plants warehouse ordered on or before February 20 will ship from March through early May, starting with warmer areas and finishing in colder areas.

Orders placed after February 20 will ship from late April through early-to-mid May.

Additional Information

Herbaceous Perennial Plants

When you receive your order, open the bags and check the stock immediately. Roots and crowns should be firm and pliable. Surface mold is harmless and will not affect the plant’s future performance. Store plants in their packaging in a cool (35–40°) location until you are ready to plant. If it’s going to be awhile, you can pot up your perennials.

Do not plant bare-root perennial plant crowns directly outdoors before danger of frost has passed. Wet and/or cold conditions for an extended period may cause rotting.

For more info:
About planting bare-root perennials

Medicinal and Culinary Herbs

These plants have long histories of traditional culinary and medicinal uses. It’s up to you to educate yourself about the safety and efficacy of using plants for medicinal purposes. The statements in our catalog and website regarding traditional medicinal uses of plants have not been evaluated by the FDA. The plants we sell are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Plants may take a year or more to establish before they flower; roots often take several years to reach harvestable maturity.