Wild Bergamot
Common Name: Wild Bergamot
Latin Name: Monarda fistulosa
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This iconic Wisconsin native is commonly seen in dry prairies, meadows, and wood edges. Soft lavender-pink flowers show up in late June through August and offer a midsummer food source for a variety of pollinators. Foliage is highly susceptible to powdery mildew this issue is exasperated with poorly draining, wet soils and poor air circulation. The leaves can serve as an excellent tea!
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 3-4'
Mature Width: 3-4'
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Part Shade
Features & Benefits: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Culinary Uses, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Fragrant Foliage, Great Cut Flower, Wisconsin Native, Edible Parts
Common Name: Wild Bergamot
Latin Name: Monarda fistulosa
Visit Plant Profile >>Description & Overview
This iconic Wisconsin native is commonly seen in dry prairies, meadows, and wood edges. Soft lavender-pink flowers show up in late June through August and offer a midsummer food source for a variety of pollinators. Foliage is highly susceptible to powdery mildew this issue is exasperated with poorly draining, wet soils and poor air circulation. The leaves can serve as an excellent tea!
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 3-4'
Mature Width: 3-4'
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Part Shade
Features & Benefits: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Culinary Uses, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Fragrant Foliage, Great Cut Flower, Wisconsin Native, Edible Parts