Wild Bergamot Seed Pack

$2.29

2 in stock

SKU: 736210500220 Categories: ,

Description

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.

Variety Information: 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