Lemon Mint Monarda Seed
Lemon Mint Monarda Seed
Vigorous blooms add a wildflower look and spicy citrus scent to bouquets.
Towers of bright lavender 1 1/2-2" blooms on straight and thin, yet sturdy stems. An unusual and easy-to-use cut flower. The blooms and leaves are edible, though the leaves are intensely spicy. Native to the US. Also known as lemon bee balm, purple horsemint, and lemon mint.Specs:
SOWING: Transplant (recommended) - Sow 7-9 weeks before planting out. Direct seed - Cover seed lightly.
LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun/Part Shade.
PLANT HEIGHT: Varies.
PLANT SPACING: 12-18".
HARDINESS ZONES: Varies. M. citriodora: Annual. M. didyma: Perennial in Zones 4-9.
HARVEST: Fresh - Almost completely open. Dried - Completely open. Hang to dry.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS: Any well-drained soil.
USES: Suitable as a fresh cut flower. Excellent dried flower. Border plantings. Highly attractive to bees and other beneficial insects.
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Monarda spp.
ALTERNATE NAMES: Bee balm
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