Bee Balm

Monarda punctata

Monarda punctata Spotted Horsemint Spotted Horsemint (Monarda punctata). Taxonomy: Monarda punctata (Lamiaceae family). Common Names: Spotted Horsemint, Dotted Horsemint, Spotted Beebalm. Spotted Horsemint (Monarda punctata) is one of the most unexpectedly beautiful wildflowers in the New York native palette. This species stands out because of its layered, pagoda-like bracts and dotted tubular flowers. It carries […]

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Wild Bergamot is a beautiful niche plant.

Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) Family: Lamiaceae (Mint family). Native range: Widespread across North America, including all of New York State. Bloom time: July – September. Flower color: Lavender to pale purple. Height: 2–4 feet. Preferred conditions: Full sun to partial shade; thrives in dry to medium, well-drained soils but tolerates clay

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