White Bergamot
(Monarda clinopodia)
White Bergamot (Monarda clinopodia)
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Photo by: Evan M. Raskin | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Evan M. Raskin | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2016-07-18T16:38:46-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Monarda clinopodia, commonly known as White Bergamot, is a deciduous perennial herb that thrives in a variety of habitats including open woodlands, forest clearings, and meadows in the Eastern United States. It typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 meters (3 feet 3 inches to 6 feet 7 inches). White Bergamot is characterized by its square stems and mint-scented leaves, with showy clusters of white to pale lavender flowers that bloom in the spring and summer, attracting a host of pollinators.
This plant is valued for its aromatic foliage and flowers, which are used in traditional herbal medicine and to flavor teas. White Bergamot is an excellent choice for naturalistic plantings and wildlife gardens, as it is a magnet for bees, bumblebees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It prefers full sun but can tolerate part shade, and while it adapts to various soil types, it flourishes in well-drained soils with medium moisture. Gardeners should be aware that Monarda species can be susceptible to powdery mildew, especially in crowded conditions with poor air circulation. To mitigate this, ensure good spacing and consider selecting resistant cultivars.CC BY-SA 4.0
This plant is valued for its aromatic foliage and flowers, which are used in traditional herbal medicine and to flavor teas. White Bergamot is an excellent choice for naturalistic plantings and wildlife gardens, as it is a magnet for bees, bumblebees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It prefers full sun but can tolerate part shade, and while it adapts to various soil types, it flourishes in well-drained soils with medium moisture. Gardeners should be aware that Monarda species can be susceptible to powdery mildew, especially in crowded conditions with poor air circulation. To mitigate this, ensure good spacing and consider selecting resistant cultivars.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 3-6 feet
- Width: 2-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Purple, White
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Slow, Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Fragrant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Open woodlands, forest clearings, and meadows
Other Names
Common Names: Basil Beebalm, Beebalm, White Bee Balm, Wild Bergamot
Scientific Names: , Monarda clinopodia, Monarda altissima, Monarda allophylla, Monarda rugosa, Monardella caroliniana, Monarda clinopodifolia, Monarda fistulosa var. clinopodia, Monarda glabra,
GBIF Accepted Name: Monarda clinopodia L.