100 Lemon Mint Seeds – Heirloom Purple Bee Balm for Pollinator Gardens

Lemon Mint, also known as Purple Bee Balm or Wild Bergamot, is a beloved heirloom perennial prized for its fragrant, lemon-scented foliage and striking purple blooms. This native North American wildflower attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a perfect addition to pollinator gardens, herb gardens, and naturalized meadows. Its aromatic leaves can be used fresh or dried for teas, and the vibrant flowers add long-lasting color to borders and cut flower arrangements.

Easy to grow from seed, Lemon Mint thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates a range of soil conditions. Its drought tolerance and deer resistance make it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking a hardy, wildlife-friendly plant.

Plant Features

• Heirloom variety with fragrant, lemon-scented foliage
• Produces showy purple blooms that attract pollinators
• Perennial in USDA zones 4-9
• Drought tolerant and deer resistant once established
• Ideal for pollinator gardens, herb gardens, and cut flowers

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Monarda citriodora
• Plant Type: Perennial herb
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, average to dry soil
• Water Requirements: Low to medium; drought tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• Mature Height: 24-36 inches
• Germination Requirements: 14-21 days at 65-70°F
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Lemon Mint seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination. Thin seedlings to 12-18 inches apart to allow good air circulation.

Once established, Lemon Mint is relatively carefree. Water during extended dry periods, but avoid overwatering. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. In late fall, cut back stems to ground level. Divide clumps every 2-3 years to maintain vigor.

What's Included

100 Lemon Mint seeds (Monarda citriodora).