(Monarda fistulosa)
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) is a hardy, North American native perennial ideal for pollinator gardens. Often called bee balm or "sweet-scented leaf" (Lakota: Wahpé Wastémna), is a North American native perennial historically used by Indigenous communities for medicinal purposes, including calming the nervous system. It is traditionally brewed as a tea for a soothing, sedative, and relaxing effect on the mind and body.
ZONE: 3-9
POLLINATOR: Yes, premier native pollinator plant
DEER RESISTANT: Yes, highly
DROUGHT TOLERANT: Yes, highly once established
EVERGREEN: No
SPREADS BY SEED: Primarily Rhizomes
NEEDS A CROSS POLLINATOR: Insects
AGE OF PLANT: under 1yr
MATURE HEIGHT: 3-4' tall & 2-3' wide
Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa)
PLANTING & GROWING
Full sun and well-drained soil. Prefers slightly acidic soil.
MEDICINAL BENEFITS
- Respiratory Support: Used in teas or steam inhalations to treat colds, coughs, and congestion.
- Digestive Aid: Acts as a carminative to ease nausea, vomiting, and stomach aches.
- Antiseptic/Topical: Crushed leaves or strong infusions are used to wash wounds, soothe skin infections, or treat gum disease.
- Anxiety: Used by Indigenous communities for medicinal purposes, including calming the nervous system. It is traditionally brewed as a tea for a soothing, sedative, and relaxing effect on the mind and body.
- Pain Relief: Known to help reduce headaches and sore muscles.
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FLAVOR & PAIRING
No recommadations at this time.