Invite a party of pollinators to your garden with Lemon Mint Bee Balm. This fascinating and easy-to-grow native wildflower is celebrated for its unique, tiered clusters of charming pinkish-purple flowers. The entire plant is wonderfully aromatic, with leaves that have a delightful citrusy, mint-like fragrance perfect for brewing a refreshing herbal tea. A true magnet for wildlife, this annual is one of the best for attracting bees, butterflies, and even hummingbirds to your garden.

What you\’ll love

• Unique, tiered whorls of pinkish-purple flowers create a stunning display.
• One of the best flowers for attracting a continuous buzz of pollinators.
• Aromatic, citrus-scented leaves are perfect for making a refreshing tea.
• An easy-to-grow native wildflower that will often self-sow for future seasons.

Seed details

• Plant Name: Lemon Mint Bee Balm (Monarda citriodora)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 100 seeds
• Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Annual
• Height: 12-30 inches
• Days to Maturity: 60-90 days
• USDA Zone: 3-9
• Origin: American Grown

Growing instructions

• Sowing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.
• Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
• Spacing: Space or thin plants to 18-24 inches apart.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade.
• Soil: Prefers average, well-draining soil.
• Watering: Water regularly until established. Mature plants are quite drought-tolerant.

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