Monarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot)
$ 4.98
Also known as Beebalm.
Wild Bergamot is a showy perennial featuring clusters of lavender, pink or white flowers. The leaves are aromatic and used to make mint tea. It is easy to grow and often forms large colonies. It grows on a wide range of soils and spreads easily under optimal conditions.
All Monarda species are susceptible to powdery mildew. Good air circulation and good drainage help prevent it.
AT A GLANCE
| Texas native | Yes |
| Water use | Medium |
| Sun exposure | Sun to part sun |
| Bloom color | Purple, white, pink |
| Bloom time | Spring, summer |
| Mature height | 2-4 ft |
| Mature width | 2-3 ft |
| Attracts | Butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, birds |
| Deer resistant | Yes |
| Notes | Native bee and bumble bee friendly. |
DISTRIBUTION MAPS
 Present in state |
 Present in county and native |
 Native to North America, but adventive & escaped in state |
 Not present in state |
 Present and rare, native in county |
 Previously present, now extinct |
 Questionable presence (cross-hatched, regardless of color) |
