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Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa)
Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa)
Also known as Beebalm, it is a hardy garden standard, with brilliant blooms and pleasantly fragrant foliage. This showy perennial, frequently cultivated, has aromatic leaves used to make mint tea.
Shade Tolerance: Full to Partial sun
Moisture: Dry to Wet
Soils: Sand, Loam, Clay, Muck
Height: 2-5' tall
Bloom Time: July-September
Color: Lavender, pink or white
Deer Resistant: Yes
Uses: Butterflies, Pollinators, Birds, Drought tolerant
USDA Plant Profile