Wild Bergamot Monarda fistulosa

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Botanical Name:

Monarda fistulosa

Family:

Lamiaceae

Genus:

Monarda

Species:

fistulosa

Common Name:

Wild Bergamot

Seeds Per Pound:

1,475,500

Quantity:

2 lb

Germination:

98%

Germination Test Type:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Height:

2-4 feet

Collection Locale:

Iowa

Crop Year:

2023

Minimum Hardiness Zone:

In Stock: 2 lb

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Characteristics

Insect repellent

Growing Info, follow in order:

Scarification: none required.

Stratification: none required.

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, lightly mulch the seed bed.

In a Nutshell:

* Wild bergamot or bee balm (Monarda fistulosa) is a wildflower in the mint family (Lamiaceae) widespread and abundant as a native plant in much of North America. This plant, with showy summer-blooming white flowers, is often used as a honey plant, medicinal plant, and garden ornamental. The species is quite variable, and several subspecies or varieties have been recognized within it.

* Monarda fistulosa (wild bergamot) is an herbaceous perennial that grows from slender creeping rhizomes, thus commonly occurring in large clumps. The plants are typically up to 3 ft (0.9 m) tall, with a few erect branches. Its leaves are about 2-3 in (5–8 cm) long, lance-shaped, and toothed. Its compact flower clusters are solitary at the ends of branches. Each cluster is about 1.5 in (4 cm) long, containing about 20–50 flowers. Wild bergamot often grows in rich soils in dry fields, thickets, and clearings, usually on limy soil. The plants generally flower from June to September.

* Monarda fistulosa ranges from Quebec to the Northwest Territories and British Columbia, south to Georgia, Texas, Arizona, Idaho, and Washington.

* The plant is noted for its fragrance, and is a source of oil of thyme.

* The entire plant above ground level can be used as a potherb, though it is rather aromatic. It is also used as a flavouring in salads and cooked foods. The flowers make an attractive edible garnish in salads. The fresh or dried leaves are brewed into a refreshing aromatic tea. more...

* Seed takes between 10 and 40 days to germinate. Each flower has four nut-like seeds in each, stratify the seeds prior to planting.

* Bee Balm, Bergamot its fragrant blossoms attract bees.

* Likes full sun, and picking the flowers encourages a second round of blooms more...

Wiki description:

[ edit ] Description and distribution Monarda fistulosa (wild bergamot) plants, Ottawa , Ontario, Canada Monarda fistulosa (wild bergamot) is a native herbaceous perennial that grows from slender creeping rhizomes , thus commonly occurring in large clumps. The plants are typically up to 3 ft (0.9 m) tall, with a few erect branches. Its leaves are about 2-3 in (5-8 cm) long, lance-shaped, and toothed. Its compact flower clusters are solitary at the ends of branches. Each cluster is about 1.5 in (4 cm) long, containing about 20–50 flowers. Wild bergamot often grows in rich soils in dry fields, thickets, and clearings, usually on limy soil . The plants generally flower from June to September. [ 4 ] Monarda fistulosa ranges from Quebec to the Northwest Territories and British Columbia , south to Georgia , Texas , Arizona , Idaho , and Washington .The plant is noted for its fragrance, and is a source of oil of thyme . [ citation needed ]

Pfaf description:

Physical Characteristics Â Monarda fistulosa is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). It is hardy to zone 4 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in July, and the seeds ripen in August. The flowers are hermaphrodite (have both male and female organs) and are pollinated by Bees.The plant is self-fertile. It is noted for attracting wildlife. The plant prefers light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil.The plant prefers acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils..It cannot grow in the shade.It requires dry or moist soil.

Usda description:

More info on http://plants.usda.gov

Usda description:

More info on http://plants.usda.gov

Medicinal Comments:

Bergamont is known to have properties that help the digestive system because the leaves contain thymol an essential oil that is said to expel gas from the digestive tract. The leaves infused in tea are also used in the treatment of colds, headaches, gastric disorders, and as a fever reducer. The oil is used to make a poultice and used topically for skin problems and wounds. The responsibility for using plants medicinally is yours. We cannot assume any liability for any detrimental influences.

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