Bring vibrant color and delightful fragrance to your garden with Pink Wild Bergamot (Monarda Fistulosa) Mintleaf Bee Balm Seeds. This hardy heirloom flower is loved by pollinators, including bees and butterflies, making it perfect for a wildlife-friendly garden. Its aromatic mint-scented leaves and long-lasting pink blooms make it an ideal choice for borders, cottage gardens, and natural landscapes.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Ornamental flowering plant, pollinator-friendly
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Flower Color: Pink
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Growth Habit: Upright and bushy; ideal for borders, beds, and natural gardens
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Blooming Season: Mid-summer to early fall
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Seed Type: Heirloom, GMO free
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Uses: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds; suitable for garden beds, borders, and wildflower gardens
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Hardiness: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; adaptable to most temperate climates
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Soil Preparation: Use well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.
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Sowing Method: Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, or directly outdoors after frost risk has passed.
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Planting Depth: Lightly cover seeds with 1/16 inch (1–2 mm) of soil.
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Spacing: Maintain 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) between plants for optimal growth.
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Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade for healthy growth and abundant blooms.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist during germination; water moderately once established.
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Germination Time: Typically 10–21 days depending on growing conditions.