Purple Bergamot Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in early spring, pressing lightly into the surface of the soil. 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 purple bergamot seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost and transplant outdoors.
Growing: Water young plants as they develop; mature plants also prefer moist soil. Too much moisture or overcrowding can cause mildew or other fungal diseases. This Monarda Media plant may self-seed, and often spreads by rhizomes. These blossoms attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies and tend to resist deer. Deadhead for the most blooms. After 2-3 years, the plants can be divided.
Harvesting: For cut purple wild bergamot flowers, choose stems with flowers 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 purple bergamot seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Bee Balm, Purple Bee Balm
Latin Name: Monarda media
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6
US Regions: Midwest, Northern, Northeast
Seeds per Ounce: 75,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 30 Inches
Color: Pink
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Aromatic, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
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Perfect and fast shipment. Wonderful Seeds!
Butterfly magnet
We ordered the purple bergamot for the color and and because butterflies were constant visitors.
High quality packaging and seeds
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DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in early spring, pressing lightly into the surface of the soil. 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 purple bergamot seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost and transplant outdoors.
Growing: Water young plants as they develop; mature plants also prefer moist soil. Too much moisture or overcrowding can cause mildew or other fungal diseases. This Monarda Media plant may self-seed, and often spreads by rhizomes. These blossoms attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies and tend to resist deer. Deadhead for the most blooms. After 2-3 years, the plants can be divided.
Harvesting: For cut purple wild bergamot flowers, choose stems with flowers 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 purple bergamot seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Bee Balm, Purple Bee Balm
Latin Name: Monarda media
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6
US Regions: Midwest, Northern, Northeast
Seeds per Ounce: 75,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 30 Inches
Color: Pink
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Aromatic, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
Perfect!
Perfect and fast shipment. Wonderful Seeds!
Review
Butterfly magnet
We ordered the purple bergamot for the color and and because butterflies were constant visitors.
Review
High quality packaging and seeds
Love your products and love the resealable packaging with the bible verses. Your quality is unbeatable. I will continue to purchase from your company.