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Wild Bergamot Seeds

Wild Bergamot Seeds

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Native to U.S. prairies, this heirloom is also known as monarda, horsemint, wild bee balm, and Oswego tea (because of its use by Native Americans). Its complex flavor is a combination of oregano, thyme, and mint; a unique seasoning for jellies, salads, and other savory dishes. The showy, pinkish-lavender flowers bloom all summer to the delight of bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies, the wood nymph butterfly in particular. Adaptable to short periods of drought and poor soils and resistant to mildew. Perennial in USDA zones 3 to 9. Deer resistant.
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Variety Info

Family: Lamiaceae

Native: Most of North America east of the Rocky Mountains

Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 3–9

Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade

Bloom Period: Summer to fall

Plant Dimensions: 36"–48" tall and about 18"–24" wide

Variety Info: Pink to light-lavender, ¾"–1¼" florets are arranged in a whorl around a pincushion-like center, creating a 2"–4" flattened pom-pom-shaped flower

Attributes: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower, Heat Tolerant

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Sowing Info

When to Sow Outside: 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date or in late summer to fall.

When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 8 to 10 weeks before your average last frost date.

Days to Emerge: 14 – 21 Days

Seed Depth: Surface to 1/16"

Seed Spacing: A group of 5 seeds every 18"–24"

Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 18"–24"

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Growing Info

Harvesting: For longest vase life, cut stems when one ring of florets has opened. Change vase water often.

4.3
Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars
Based on 16 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 11 Total 4 star reviews: 3 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 2
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  • Susan H.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1/29/25
    5 Stars

    Love your seeds.

    NC Extension Master Gardener

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  • Margarita R.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1/14/25
    5 Stars

    Seeds arrived well packed. High germination rate!

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  • Tracey R.
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    12/6/24
    4 Stars

    This summer was too hot for many of the crops. This year I will modify for that contingency. The bergamot did well despite the heat.

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  • Cynthia B.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7/15/24
    5 Stars

    I will be giving your seeds is cards this winter. The flowers were beautiful and my garden was the most beautiful this year

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  • BARNETT C.
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    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    7/11/24
    1 Star

    I have had success with Botanical Interest seeds but this plant does not like me!! I started late in the spring and had no plants germinated. I did not plant many seeds so I am not so sure this is representative of the seed packet. In the past I have purchased the Bee Balm seeds and they were fantastic. But this year, Botanical interests was sold out so I thought these plants would be a good replacement. Maybe next year.

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    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
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    8/5/24

    Hey Barnett,

    Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️