Bergamot

Monarda fistulosa

This eastern North American native perennial is found in floodplains, along shorelines and in open woodlands and moist to mesic prairies. Preferred by hummingbirds, bees and butterflies, plants do best in rich soils with full to partial sun, dry to moderate conditions and sandy, clay or loam soils. Leaves have a pungent mint scent and flavor and make a great tea. Powdery mildew can be a problem in the garden.

Purple

8 ounces or more may be purchased at the pound price.