Lemon Scented Bee Balm

    Zones: Annual
    Exposure: Full Sun, Part Sun
    Mature Size: 1-3' H x 9"-12' Spread
    Bloom: Spiked Clusters of Lavender
    Pot Size: 3.25"
    Availability: Ships within 7-10 Business Days
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    • Lemon Scented Bee Balm Plants For Sale

      Monarda citriodora

      Herb Growing Tips

      Light:  Full sun, Part Sun

      Temperature:  Annual: self seeds

      Watering:  Average to low. Once the plant is establish this plant can tolerate minimal waterings

      Soil: Is not picky about soil quality. Grows in poor and rocky soils and prefers sandy or limestone.

      Comments:  Easy to grow, is classified as an annual (short-lived perennial) but does self seed pretty easily in hardiness zones 3-11. Allow to flower seeds to mature fully before cutting down. This will allow reseeding for the following year more successful.  

      Herb Description

      We love our Bergamot Bee Balm so much we wanted to continue the collection of Monarda plants. People often get this plant confused with Lemon Balm. These are NOT the same plants. Lemon Balm is Melissa officinalis and is perennial with blooms of yellow. 

      Lemon Bee Balm is a monarda plant that blooms spike shaped clusters of lavender color. Also know as purple horsemint this plant makes perfect addition to a Pollinator Garden. The lemony Bee Balm leaves are great to add a little lemon zest salads and teas. Many may even use in potpourri!

       

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