Experience the refreshing citrus aroma and vibrant blooms of Lemon Bergamot, a classic heirloom herb perfect for home gardeners. Known for its easy growth and pollinator-friendly nature, this variety adds beauty and fragrance to gardens, borders, and containers. Lemon Bergamot seeds produce hardy perennial plants that thrive in diverse climates, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds while offering culinary and aromatic uses.

Features

• Fragrant Citrus Aroma: Distinct lemon scent ideal for teas and natural potpourri.

• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds for a thriving garden ecosystem.

• Easy to Grow: Perfect for beginners; adapts to most soil types.

• Versatile Garden Use: Excellent for borders, raised beds, and containers.

• Non-GMO & Heirloom Quality: Carefully selected for purity and performance.

Specifications

• Common Name: Lemon Bergamot

• Scientific Name: Monarda citriodora

• Plant Type: Perennial Herb

• Growth Habit: Upright, branching stems with purple-pink flowers

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9

• Season: Spring to Summer planting

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5

• Water Needs: Moderate; avoid waterlogging

• Plant Height: 24–36 inches tall

• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart

• Planting Depth: 1/8 inch

• Germination Time: 10–20 days

• Days to Maturity: 90–120 days

• Non-GMO: Yes

• Heirloom Variety: Yes

• Perennial: Yes (in suitable zones)

• Uses: Culinary, medicinal, ornamental, and pollinator attraction

Planting Guide

1. Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or sow directly after frost danger passes.

2. Press seeds lightly into soil without covering deeply (requires light for germination).

3. Keep soil moist until seedlings appear.

4. Transplant seedlings outdoors after hardening off.

5. Water regularly and trim back after flowering to encourage regrowth.