Our potted Bergamot 'Blue Moon 'herb plants are generally available to buy online between March and September. Herb Usageīergamot is probably most recognised as the flavouring for Earl Grey Tea, the leaves produce the same aroma and essential oils have been derived from the plant which are used for their calming effect. Used to make tea and flavour game, Bergamot has many uses, and as the leaves contain citronellol, they are also effective as an insect repellent. The foliage is aromatic, and leaves are sometimes picked for potpourri. Bee balm can die down completely to the ground during the cold season, but it will come back in the. Matures to be around approximately 36 inches tall. Bee balm self sows in the garden and requires very little care year to year. This aromatic herbaceous perennial has nectar-rich flowers, which are very attractive to bees. Also referred to as Oswego tea, horsemint, and bergamot, it grows well in zones 3-9. Plants can be divided in the Autumn every three years or so. Bee Balm (Monarda) is a perennial plant in the mint family. Cut back in Autumn to ensure good growth in the spring. Gardening for nature has become increasingly popular in recent years. If necessary, poor soil can be amended with compost or manure to enrich it, loosen it up, and make it more amenable to growing bee balm. Most garden soils are entirely adequate for bee balm. Powdery mildew may be a problem in summer. In order for your bee balm to thrive, you should plant it in soil that is rich, moist, and has a pH level of 6.0 to 7.0. This selection features bright violet-purple flowers, arranged in large, shaggy heads. These prairie plants will add vibrant colour to any border. ‘Pardon My Cerise’ bee balm ( Monarda didyma ). ('Blaustrumpf') Beebalm is a traditional favorite for the perennial border, with a striking display of richly-coloured flowers through the summer months. Preferring moist soil, Bergamot will flourish in full sun or partial shade, and almost any soil type but prefers free-draining soil or compost. Monarda fistulosa: This variety is often found growing wild. It is often seen with red or pink blooms. Monarda pringlei: A smaller variety, these plants only reach a height of about 18 inches tall. Great for a containers or planted en masse at the middle/front of a border for a stunning display of bold, showy blooms.Īs the common name bee balm implies they will attract butterflies and bees to the garden in great numbers. Monarda didyma: This variety of bee balm grows up to 3 or 4 feet tall and produces bright red blooms. This erect hardy perennial has green oval toothed leaves, that are highly scented giving off the unmistakable bergamot fragrance when crushed and will form a lovely compact bush in mid summer growing up to a height of 60cm. This is a fairly compact variety and has a plethora of lavender blue flowers in dense, textured daisy-like flowerheads. Bergamot 'Blue Moon'(Monarda 'Blue Moon')Herb in 1 Litre Potīergamot or Bee Balm as they are also known are a lovely addition to the border and 'Blue Moon' is a lovely example of this distinctive plant.
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