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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) — It flourishes in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil; the Wild Bergamot is ideal for a, image 54
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — perennial for full or half; high-impact plant is a guaranteed way to enliven any outdoor space
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — an informal traditional bed; it flourishes in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil, image 87
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — tolerating even dry conditions once established; hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9, image 124
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — cut back Monarda fistulosa to ground level in late fall to encourage a fresh burst of growth come spring
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — creating a long-lasting display with its tubular flowers arranged in dense, image 58
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — it stands up to a variety of climates; ensure to give it a spacing of about 18 to 24 inches apart for optimal growth and
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) — It flourishes in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil; the Wild Bergamot is ideal for a mid-border
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