Bergamot
Common Name: Bergamot
Genus: Monarda
Species: didyma
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Moist
Height: 90cm
Spread: 45cm
Time to divide plants: March to May
Time to plant seeds: March to May
Flowering period:
June
to
August
Bergamot has very distinctive flower-heads made up of curving tube-shaped flowers pealing out from the centre, creating a shaggy dome of petals. The plant flowers from mid to late summer, and blooms almost continuously if deadheaded periodically. The foliage is aromatic and leaves are sometimes picked for potpourri. Being attractive to bees it is a good plant for wildlife gardens. On soil that stays moist, plants can spread fairly quickly so clumps may need to be divided about every three years. It can also tolerate clay soil.
Looks good with:
Astrantia major 'Ruby Wedding'Persicaria 'Red Dragon'
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