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Wild bergamot (Monarda fistulosa), also known as bee balm or horsemint, is a native North American perennial in the mint family (Lamiaceae), characterized by its aromatic foliage, square stems, and showy, summer-blooming lavender to pink flowers that attract pollinators.
Stems: Square, hairy, and branching, growing to 2-4 feet tall.
Leaves: Opposite, ovate to lanceolate, slightly toothed, and aromatic.
Flowers: Tubular, lavender to pink, and clustered at the ends of stems, blooming from June to September.
Flower heads: Showy, pinkish-lavender flowerheads (cymes) that are approximately 1 to 3 inches in diameter
Pollinators: A favorite of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Hardiness Zones: 3 to 9
Native Range: Most of North America, from the Rocky Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean.
Bloom Time: Mid-summer
Flower Color: Lavender or purple
Height: 2-4 feet (60-120 cm)
Soil: Tolerates a variety of soil types, but prefers well-drained soil.
Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
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