Monarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot, Bee balm) Seed
Perennial, showy summer-blooming pink to lavender, edible flowers, many medicinal applications as well as tea infusions for headaches, fevers, insomnia, colic, stomach aches, indigestion, colds, flu, and more, attracts bees, butterflies, and birds. Seeds will sprout in 7 to 14 days. full sun to partial shade, medium water needs, drougth and heat tolerant, grows in a wide range of soils, divide every 3 years in spring for more vigorous blooms
300 seeds
18 in stock
ZK30.00
18 in stock
Monarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot / Bee Balm) Seeds
Add bold color and irresistible fragrance to your garden with Monarda fistulosa, commonly known as Wild Bergamot or Bee Balm. This hardy North American native produces beautiful clusters of soft lavender-pink, tubular flowers that bloom from mid to late summer—perfect for attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
With its minty aromatic leaves and upright growth habit, Bee Balm is an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, cottage-style borders, and prairie-style plantings. It’s also known for its traditional use in herbal teas and remedies.
This easy-to-grow perennial thrives in full sun to light shade and adapts well to a variety of soils, especially well-drained or loamy soils. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant.
Quick Facts:
Botanical name: Monarda fistulosa
Common names: Wild Bergamot, Bee Balm
Plant type: Perennial
Height: 60–90 cm (24–36 inches)
Bloom time: Mid to late summer
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, average to rich soils
Pollinator-friendly: Yes – loved by bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
Fragrant foliage: Yes – minty and aromatic
Sowing Tips:
Sow seeds in spring or autumn. Surface-sow or barely cover with soil—light aids germination. Keep moist until seedlings establish.
Let Bee Balm bring vibrant color, fragrance, and pollinator life to your garden naturally!
