Item Number: SWF1861
Bee Balm
Bee Balm
Useful and Beautiful
Bee Balm - Monarda fistulosa
Perennial Open Pollinated. Member of the mint family, also called wild bergamot, this herbaceous perennial reaches 4 feet tall with lavender colored flowers in summer. It has a long history of use as a medicinal herb and today is used to flavor herbal teas. It is enjoyable in the garden for its pleasant scent. Grows readily from seed. Sow seeds in early fall or in spring after danger of last frost has passed. Keep soil moist for 6 weeks after planting bee balm.
Flowers: Aromatic leaves. Blooms in summer
Attracts: Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees
Soil: Requires moderately fertile, well draining soil
Native: North America
USDA Zone: 4-8
Plant In: Fall or Spring
Planting Depth: 1/8"
Days to Germinate: 10-21 Days
Height At Maturity: 3'-4'
Sun/Shade Requirements: Full to Partial Sun. Partial shade.
Water Needs: Moderate Water
Approx. Seeds Per Pack: 700
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Description
Description
Bee Balm - Monarda fistulosa
Perennial Open Pollinated. Member of the mint family, also called wild bergamot, this herbaceous perennial reaches 4 feet tall with lavender colored flowers in summer. It has a long history of use as a medicinal herb and today is used to flavor herbal teas. It is enjoyable in the garden for its pleasant scent. Grows readily from seed. Sow seeds in early fall or in spring after danger of last frost has passed. Keep soil moist for 6 weeks after planting bee balm.
Flowers: Aromatic leaves. Blooms in summer
Attracts: Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees
Soil: Requires moderately fertile, well draining soil
Native: North America
USDA Zone: 4-8
Plant In: Fall or Spring
Planting Depth: 1/8"
Days to Germinate: 10-21 Days
Height At Maturity: 3'-4'
Sun/Shade Requirements: Full to Partial Sun. Partial shade.
Water Needs: Moderate Water
Approx. Seeds Per Pack: 700
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Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Shipping Weight: 0.02 lb
Dimensions: 4.5"L x 3.25"W x 0.1"H
Features
Features
- Attracts Bees/Butterflies
- Attracts Beneficial Insects
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Edible Flower
- Fragrant
- Good Cut Flower
- Native
- Open-Pollinated
- Wildflower
Characteristics
Characteristics
Planting & Care
Planting & Care
Useful Information
Useful Information
Guarantee
Guarantee

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