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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 3–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — Wild Bergamot or Monarda fistulosa, is a resilient perennial native to North America

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
High
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

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

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — Its mint-scented foliage repels pests, making it a low-maintenance choice; it features lavender-pink tubular flowers atop 2
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — This plant thrives in full to partial sun, in zones 3 to 9, with moderate water needs; an informal traditional, image 95
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — tolerating even dry conditions once established
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) — adding both ecological value and visual interest to any landscape; making it a versatile choice for various, image 52
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — or as part of a pollinator garden; it stands up to a variety of climates
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — high-impact plant is a guaranteed way to enliven any outdoor space; perennial with lavender and pink blooms, image 89
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — an informal traditional bed; it flourishes in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil, image 64
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) — tolerating even dry conditions once established; hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9, image 55
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — Blooming mid to late summer; tolerating even dry conditions once established, image 120
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — Wild Bergamot or Monarda fistulosa, is a resilient perennial native to North America; its mint-scented foliage repels
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — It features lavender-pink tubular flowers atop 2 to 4-feet tall stems; which is important for preventing powdery, image 94
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — high-impact plant is a guaranteed way to enliven any outdoor space
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 77
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — This plant thrives in full to partial sun, in zones 3 to 9, with moderate water needs; an informal traditional bed
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — Whether used in a wildflower meadow; wild Bergamot or Monarda fistulosa, is a resilient perennial native to, image 109
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — Its mint-scented foliage repels pests, making it a low-maintenance choice; it features lavender-pink tubular, image 73
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 56
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 100
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) — perennial with lavender and pink blooms; cut back Monarda fistulosa to ground level in late fall to encourage a, image 91
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — Hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9; this plant thrives in full to partial sun, in zones 3 to 9, with moderate water needs
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — an informal traditional bed; it flourishes in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil, image 110
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