Monarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot, 1-Litre Plants)

North American prairie wildflower with lilac-pink flowers in summer and an upright, clumping habit

Monarda fistulosa

Monarda fistulosa

Monarda fistulosa

Monarda fistulosa, 1-litre container

Established Plants in 1-Litre Containers

Description

Monarda fistulosa is a highly aromatic herbaceous perennial wildflower found natively in the prairies of North America that introduces striking texture, movement, and fragrance to summer borders. It forms robust, clump-forming mounds of lance-shaped, minty-scented, grey-green leaves. From mid-summer through to early autumn its strong, square stems are topped by eye-catching, ragged flower heads that resemble fireworks or shaggy pompoms. These unique crowns consist of clusters of two-lipped, tubular pale lavender-pink flowers. It is an indispensable classic for wildlife gardens, prairie-style borders, or sensory cottage gardens.

Plant Details

Lavender-Pink Flowers: Whorls of ragged, tubular pale lavender-pink blossoms sitting on colorful, purple-tinged bracts;
Scented Foliage: Distinctive, tooth-edged, mid-green to grey-green leaves that release a spicy, sweet bergamot scent when crushed;
Aromatic Perennial: Highly valued as a fast-growing, structural perennial with multi-branched roots excellent for soil structure;
RHS Plants for Pollinators: Officially recognised for its wildlife value; its nectar-rich spring hoods are an elite food source for bumblebees;
Size: Height approx. 90cm – 120cm (35-47″) | Spread: approx. 45cm–60cm (18–24″);
Nursery-grown in Cornwall; supplied as established plants in 1-litre containers.

Growing Advice

Monarda fistulosa prefers to be sited in bright positions in full sun or light, partial shade. It handles a diverse range of soil textures from sand to heavy clay, growing successfully in dry, average, or moisture-retentive borders as long as it does not sit in deep winter flooding. It is generally exceptionally hardy and trouble-free, performing beautifully when planted alongside tall autumn grasses or other prairie plants such as echinaceas and rudbeckias. It is generally a low maintenance border option – simply clear away old dead stems and spent flower heads in early spring to make room for clean new shoots, and divide the clump every three years to keep it vigorous.

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