How to Propagate and Grow
Monarda
Monarda originate from North America and are a genus of clump forming and rhizomatous perennials.
Leaves are aromatic, toothed and oval in shape.
Flowers are two lipped and form in tight, dense whorls.
Genus: Monarda
Family: Labiatae/Lamiaceae
Species: M. fistulosa
Common Names: Bergamot, sweet bergamot bee balm, oswego tea.
Classification: Perennial.
Height: 90cm (36inches).
Flowering: From summer through autumn.
Usage: Ideal for borders and beds.
Bees are attracted to these garden plants, so use them in wildlife or cottage gardens.
Site: Grow them in full sun, they thrive in it!
They will also do well in partial shade.
Soil: Any moist but free draining soil.
Propagation Methods: By seed in spring.
Best germination temperature: 70 deg F.
Time from sowing to germination: 3 - 8 weeks.
How to sow seeds
By division in spring.
By basal cuttings in spring.
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