Wild Bergamot Monarda fistulosa

Planted 2020-05-04

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Planted by Storm

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Planted in Garden

Planted

May 2020

Quantity

3 seeds

Growing

Planting is still growing today

Grown from

seed

Grown in

semi-shade

Seeds saved

1 packet of seed

Notes

Native Americans and early colonists used bee balm leaves and flowers to make a variety of medicinal salves and drinks.
Bee balm is a member of the mint family. Its foliage has a strong aroma and is sometimes used in herbal teas, salads, and as garnishes. The flowers are also edible.
Despite being called “wild bergamot,” bee balm is not used in bergamot (a.k.a. Earl Grey) tea. The tea is made with oils extracted from the rind of the bergamot orange, a citrus fruit. https://www.almanac.com/plant/bee-balm