Bergamot. An aromatic clump-forming annual. White, pink or purplish flowers with creamy bracts. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Monarda citriodora
An aromatic clump-forming annual. White, pink or purplish flowers with creamy bracts.
Additional information
| Generic | Monarda |
|---|---|
| Species | citriodora |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Bergamot |
| Flower Colour | white, pink, purple |
| Soil | Sandy |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Annual |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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