Monarda Fistulosa Seeds – 100 Wild Bergamot Bee Balm Purple Pollinator Wildflower

Monarda fistulosa, commonly known as wild bergamot or native bee balm, is a hardy perennial wildflower prized for its shaggy lavender-purple blooms and aromatic, mint-scented foliage. This native North American species brings a relaxed, meadow-like feel to borders, pollinator gardens, and naturalized areas, where its tubular flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Wild bergamot typically blooms through the summer months, adding long-lasting color and vertical interest to sunny plantings. Its drought tolerance and adaptability make it a dependable choice for low-water landscapes, prairie plantings, and wildlife-friendly gardens.

Plant Features

• Native perennial wildflower with lavender-purple, shaggy blooms
• Aromatic foliage with a pleasant mint-like fragrance
• Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
• Drought tolerant once established
• Excellent for pollinator gardens, meadows, and naturalized plantings

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Monarda fistulosa
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates poor to average fertility
• Water Requirements: Medium; drought tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• Bloom Season: Summer
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 9
• Mature Height: 2 to 4 feet
• Spacing: 18 to 24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Start Monarda fistulosa seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost, or sow directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface, as they need light to germinate, and keep the medium consistently moist but not waterlogged. Germination can be slow and uneven; patience and steady moisture are key.

Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help plants establish. Mature plants are drought tolerant and need only occasional watering. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering, and divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.

What's Included

100 Monarda fistulosa seeds (Wild Bergamot / Native Bee Balm).