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Monarda fistulosa

Wild Bergemot (Wild Bee Balm)

Small, tubular blooms of lavender-pink are displayed over the lance-shaped foliage which emits the scent of oregano when crushed.

  • »  Whorls of small, tubular flowers are backed by leafy bracts
  • »  Lavender-pink flowers appear on square stems just above foliage
  • »  Matte-green, toothed, lance to oval-shaped leaves, 10 cm long
  • »  Foliage has an oregano scent when crushed
  • »  Upright, mounding habit
  • »  Tolerates drier conditions than most didyma species
  • »  Bloom Time: June to July

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Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Hummingbirds
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Native to Ontario
• Drought Tolerant
• Fragrant
Flowering Time
• Summer
Habit
• Clumping
• Mounding
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Naturalizing
• Roadside planting
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Monarda fistulosa

Native to Ontario

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Monarda fistulosa

Best grown in an average to moist soil, in full sun, however, it is tolerant of partially shady locations. Powdery mildew is a common, fungal problem for monarda, although some cultivars are more resistant. All monarda should be planted in open areas that receive good, air circulation and keep a consistently moist soil, to help prevent mildew problems. Mature clumps should be thinned out. 

This species has good mildew resistance.