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Lemon Mint Seeds

Monarda citriodora

5.00 (4 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in early spring, planting on the surface of the soil since this seed needs light to germinate. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which should occur within 10-20 days at temperatures from 60-70 degrees F. When the seedlings can safely be handled, thin or transplant for wider spacing. For an early start, start the seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost and transplant outdoors.

Growing: Water seedlings until they become established, but do not overwater. Mature plants tolerate drought well, though they will appreciate occasional watering in very dry weather. These plants will reseed themselves in favorable growing conditions, and are extremely attractive to bees, hummingbirds, and bees. Deer tend to avoid this plant.

Harvesting: These flowers make an excellent choice for both fresh and dried floral arrangements. For fresh flowers, choose stems with blooms that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately.

Seed Saving: When the flower spikes begin to dry and turn brown, remove them and spread them out to dry; thresh them to remove the seed. Shaking the entire plant's seed heads into a container is also effective, but the process should be repeated daily until all the seed has matured. Store the seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Lemon Bergamot, Lemon Beebalm, Lemon Mint, Prairie Bergamot, Wild Bergamot, Lemon Balm, Lemon Horsemint, Plains Horsemint, Lemon Bee Balm, Lemon Bergamot, Purple Horse Mint

Latin Name: Monarda citriodora

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Annual

USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 75,000

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 20 Inches

Color: White, Pink

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Aromatic, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant

Lemon Mint Seeds 5.0
Review By Keoki

Love

Super Fast Shipping. When I saw these I was just mesmerized at the beauty. I love the color of the foliage and the flowers. I am very excited to see these magnificent seeds grow.

Lemon Mint Seeds 5.0
Review By Pattie Childress

*****

Fast service, excited to see these seeds making beautiful in my yard!

Lemon Mint Seeds 5.0
Review By Lr.

this is most definitely a member of the mint family.

this is a beautiful addition to any garden. It is a member of the mi t family, though this vendor seems not to admit it. They are, however, not invasive as are some mints.

Lemon Mint Seeds 5.0
Review By Stan Green

The girls and flowers

I am raising honey bees and this will make great honey. I like the package the seeds came in

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~2,000 Seeds) $2.98 -+
1/4 Oz Mylar (7.09g) $7.96 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~75,000 Seeds) $10.57 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $26.01 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $90.00 Notify Me
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $405.00 Notify Me
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $720.00 Notify Me
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $1,710.00 Notify Me
50 Lb Bulk Bag (22.7kg) $3,240.00 Notify Me
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DESCRIPTION

Though not as strong as peppermint, this plant has a distinct herbal scent with hints of citrus, making it popular in flower and herb gardens around the world. The lavender flowers are a favorite of butterflies and hummingbirds.
Though not a member of the mint family, this plant has a distinct herbal scent that has hints of citrus. Because its leaves contain citronellol, the essential oil distilled from this plant has a repellent effect on insects. The genus name Monarda honors Spanish botanist Nicolas Bautista Monardes, who studied herbal and medicinal plants from North America during the 16th century. The species name "citriodora" comes from Latin words meaning "having a citrus aroma."

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in early spring, planting on the surface of the soil since this seed needs light to germinate. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which should occur within 10-20 days at temperatures from 60-70 degrees F. When the seedlings can safely be handled, thin or transplant for wider spacing. For an early start, start the seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost and transplant outdoors.

Growing: Water seedlings until they become established, but do not overwater. Mature plants tolerate drought well, though they will appreciate occasional watering in very dry weather. These plants will reseed themselves in favorable growing conditions, and are extremely attractive to bees, hummingbirds, and bees. Deer tend to avoid this plant.

Harvesting: These flowers make an excellent choice for both fresh and dried floral arrangements. For fresh flowers, choose stems with blooms that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately.

Seed Saving: When the flower spikes begin to dry and turn brown, remove them and spread them out to dry; thresh them to remove the seed. Shaking the entire plant's seed heads into a container is also effective, but the process should be repeated daily until all the seed has matured. Store the seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Lemon Bergamot, Lemon Beebalm, Lemon Mint, Prairie Bergamot, Wild Bergamot, Lemon Balm, Lemon Horsemint, Plains Horsemint, Lemon Bee Balm, Lemon Bergamot, Purple Horse Mint

Latin Name: Monarda citriodora

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Annual

USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 75,000

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 20 Inches

Color: White, Pink

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Aromatic, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 4 reviews
5.0

Review By Keoki

Love

Super Fast Shipping. When I saw these I was just mesmerized at the beauty. I love the color of the foliage and the flowers. I am very excited to see these magnificent seeds grow.

5.0

Review By Pattie Childress

*****

Fast service, excited to see these seeds making beautiful in my yard!

5.0

Review By Lr.

this is most definitely a member of the mint family.

this is a beautiful addition to any garden. It is a member of the mi t family, though this vendor seems not to admit it. They are, however, not invasive as are some mints.

5.0

Review By Stan Green

The girls and flowers

I am raising honey bees and this will make great honey. I like the package the seeds came in