• Lemon bergamot Monarda citriodora herb plant with fragrant green foliage and lavender-pink flower clusters growing in a sunny garden.
  • Lemon bergamot Monarda citriodora herb plant with fragrant green foliage and lavender-pink flower clusters growing in a sunny garden.
  • Lemon bergamot Monarda citriodora herb plant with fragrant green foliage and lavender-pink flower clusters growing in a sunny garden.
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Eden Valley Seeds

Lemon Bergamot Seeds – Monarda citriodora Lemon Bee Balm Herb

Lemon Bergamot Seeds – Monarda citriodora Lemon Bee Balm Herb

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Key Features

  • Plant Variety: Lemon Bergamot, also known as lemon bee balm or lemon mint.

  • Flower Color: Produces distinctive lavender to pinkish-purple flowers arranged in layered clusters.

  • Plant Characteristics: An aromatic annual herb with upright stems and fragrant, lemon-scented foliage.

  • Garden Uses: Suitable for herb gardens, cottage borders, wildflower beds, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

  • Unique Appeal: Combines citrus-like leaf fragrance with unusual, tiered flower clusters.

Growing Benefits

  • Fragrant Foliage: Enjoy fresh lemon-like fragrance from the aromatic leaves.

  • Pollinator Appeal: Attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects.

  • Garden Color: Add attractive purple-pink flowers to sunny garden spaces.

  • Herb Garden Variety: Introduce a distinctive aromatic herb to your home garden.

  • Easy Naturalization: Allow mature plants to self-seed and return in suitable conditions.

Seed Specifications

  • Common Name: Lemon Bergamot, Lemon Bee Balm, Lemon Mint

  • Botanical Name: Monarda citriodora

  • Plant Type: Aromatic annual herb

  • Colors: Lavender to pinkish-purple flowers with green foliage

  • Height: Typically one to two feet, sometimes taller in favorable conditions

  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

  • Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

  • Water: Moderate watering; tolerates some dry conditions once established

  • Germination Time: Usually around ten to twenty-one days under suitable conditions

  • Sowing Depth: Surface sow or cover very lightly with soil

  • Spacing: Approximately twelve to eighteen inches between plants

  • Growing Zones: Grown as an annual in most climates; may self-seed in suitable conditions

  • Flowering/Maturity: Typically flowers in late spring through summer, depending on planting time and climate

  • Uses: Herb gardens, pollinator gardens, ornamental borders, and traditional herbal gardens

Growing Tips

  • Sow seeds in a sunny location with loose, well-drained soil.

  • Cover seeds lightly and keep the soil evenly moist during germination.

  • Thin seedlings to allow good airflow and healthy growth.

  • Allow some flowers to mature into seed heads if you want the plant to self-seed.

Seed Storage

  • Store unused seeds in a cool, dry, dark location.

  • Keep seeds in a sealed container protected from humidity.

  • Label the container with the plant name and storage date.

  • Avoid exposing seeds to heat or direct sunlight.

Unique Facts About Lemon Bergamot Seeds

  • Mint Family Herb: Lemon bergamot belongs to the mint family, Lamiaceae.

  • Citrus-Like Aroma: Its leaves have a distinctive lemon-like fragrance when crushed.

  • Unusual Flower Structure: The flowers form tiered clusters along the upper stems.

  • Pollinator Attraction: Its nectar-rich flowers attract bees and butterflies during the flowering season.

Growing Instructions

Planting Season

Sow seeds outdoors in spring after the risk of severe frost has passed and the soil has warmed. In mild climates, seeds may also be sown during the cooler growing season.

Sowing Preparation

Prepare a seed tray or garden bed with loose, well-drained soil. Remove weeds and gently moisten the growing medium before sowing.

Sowing Depth and Spacing

Scatter seeds over the soil surface and press them gently into the growing medium. Cover with only a thin layer of fine soil. Thin or transplant seedlings to approximately twelve to eighteen inches apart.

Sunlight Requirements

Choose a sunny location with at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. Partial shade is suitable, particularly in hot climates.

Soil Requirements

Use moderately fertile, well-drained soil. Avoid areas that remain waterlogged after rainfall, as excessive moisture can damage roots.

Watering

Water gently after sowing and keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings emerge. Once established, water when the soil begins to dry, especially during prolonged hot weather.

Germination

Seeds generally germinate within one to three weeks under suitable conditions. Maintain consistent moisture and avoid burying seeds deeply. Germination may be slower in cool or excessively wet soil.

Transplanting

When seedlings develop several true leaves and are large enough to handle, transplant them carefully into prepared garden beds or individual pots. Harden off indoor-grown seedlings gradually before moving them outdoors.

Fertilizing

Mix a modest amount of compost into the soil before planting. Lemon bergamot generally does not need heavy feeding. Excessive fertilizer may encourage leafy growth at the expense of flowering.

Plant Care

Remove weeds while plants are young and maintain good airflow between plants. Deadhead flowers to encourage a tidier appearance, or leave some flower heads to mature if you want self-seeding.

Flowering and Maturity

Lemon bergamot generally flowers from late spring through summer, depending on planting time and climate. The plants produce distinctive lavender-pink flower clusters that attract pollinators.

Important Note: Lemon bergamot is traditionally used as an aromatic herb, but this listing is for gardening purposes. Do not use the plant medicinally without guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.