Wild Bergamont

Monarda fistulosa
 
Wild Bergamot is one of the easiest wildflowers to grow, with beautiful light lavender purple blooms lasting from mid to late summer.  The leaves and flowers have a sweet fragrance and are edible. Its flowers are great for bouquets and attract a variety of butterflies. Wild Bergamot tolerates most soil and moisture conditions in part shade to full sun. Avoid sprinkler or overhead watering systems to prevent powdery mildew.
 
Height - 4ft
Light - Partial Sun, Full Sun
Soil Moisture - Well Draining, Dry to Medium Wet
Bloom Colour - Lavender-Pink
Bloom Time - July, August, September
Invites - Bumblebees, Butterflies, Moths
Host Plant for - Raspberry Pyrausta Moth
Companion Plant Idea’s - Black-Eyed Susan, Butterfly Milkweed, Little Bluestem, Evening Primrose