Wild Bergamot, Monarda fistulosa (Wichita Mountain Form) , Bee Balm
Wild Bergamot, Monarda fistulosa (Wichita Mountain Form) , Bee Balm
Wild Bergamot, Monarda fistulosa (Wichita Mountain Form) , Bee Balm
Wild Bergamot, Monarda fistulosa (Wichita Mountain Form) , Bee Balm
Wild Bergamot, Monarda fistulosa (Wichita Mountain Form) , Bee Balm
Wild Bergamot, Monarda fistulosa (Wichita Mountain Form) , Bee Balm
Wild Bergamot, Monarda fistulosa (Wichita Mountain Form) , Bee Balm
Wild Bergamot, Monarda fistulosa (Wichita Mountain Form) , Bee Balm
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Wild Bergamot (Wichita Mountains Form)
Monarda fistulosa (Wichita Mountains Form)
SKU: HC014648
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Shipping begins the week of February 26th, 2024
Overview
Exclusive. The Wichita Mountains form of Monarda fistulosa is a wildflower gem blooming in mid-summer with a fabulous display of lavender-pink flowers that attract hummingbirds. Moderately xeric once established. Drought resistant/drought tolerant plant (xeric).
key features
Botanical Name
Monarda fistulosa (Wichita Mountains Form)
Growing Zones
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Advantages
Native, Bee Friendly, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Easy To Grow, Naturalizes, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Container Planting
Soil Moisture
Waterwise
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Morning Sun & Afternoon Shade
Mature Height
30-36" tall
Bloom Time
Summer
SKU
HC014648
Description
30-36" tall x 18-24" wide (seed propagated). This showy wildflower species blooms in summer with a spectacular display of lavender-pink, hummingbird attracting flower clusters held on top of sturdy, upright stems. Its attractive, glossy, aromatic foliage looks good all season and is not affected by powdery mildew. Our selection is grown from seed collected in the scenic but climatically challenged Wichita Mountains of southwestern OK. Enduring bone chilling winters, brutally hot, humid summers and periodic drought, Wichita Mts. Wild Bergamont is a fine choice for low maintenance plantings all across the country. It grows easily in full sun plant in most soil types including clay.
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