Wild Bergamot. An aromatic clump-forming perennial with purple or pink flowers with purple tinged bracts. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Monarda fistulosa
An aromatic clump-forming perennial with purple or pink flowers with purple tinged bracts.
Additional information
| Generic | Monarda |
|---|---|
| Species | fistulosa |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Wild Bergamot |
| Flower Colour | purple, pink |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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