Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa)
Leaves exude a smell of oregano. Produces long-blooming beautiful large flowers that are solid pink or lavender. Nectar attracts various insects including bumblebees and hummingbird moths. In addition, the Ruby-Throated Hummingbird visits the plant. Can spread aggressively.
Leaves exude a smell of oregano. Produces long-blooming beautiful large flowers that are solid pink or lavender. Nectar attracts various insects including bumblebees and hummingbird moths. In addition, the Ruby-Throated Hummingbird visits the plant. Can spread aggressively.
Leaves exude a smell of oregano. Produces long-blooming beautiful large flowers that are solid pink or lavender. Nectar attracts various insects including bumblebees and hummingbird moths. In addition, the Ruby-Throated Hummingbird visits the plant. Can spread aggressively.
Bloom: mid-summer
Habitats: abandoned pastures; borders of limestone glades; hill prairies; landfills; moist to slightly dry black soil prairies; sandy Black Oak woodlands; savannas and woodland borders; thickets
Lifespan: perennial
Moisture: moist to slightly dry
Plant type (height): forb (2 to 4 feet)
Requirements: full sun to partial sun
Soil: moist rich loam