bergamot

How to Grow and Care for bergamot

bergamot · Monarda didyma
Also known as: bee balm; bee balm tea plant; fragrant balm; hare mint; Indian feathers; Indian plume; lad's love; low balm; mountain mint; Oswego tea; Robin-run-around; rose balm; sweet bergamot

Grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or light shade. Protect from excessive winter wet and do not allow to dry out in summer

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing bergamot

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeLoam
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or light shade. Protect from excessive winter wet and do not allow to dry out in summer

How to Water bergamot?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for bergamot?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for bergamot?

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What Soil Is Best for bergamot?

Soil type
Loam
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for bergamot?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize bergamot?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune bergamot?

Deadhead regularly then cut stems down to the ground in autumn

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How to Propagate bergamot?

Propagate by seed or division in spring

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How to Transplant bergamot?

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How to Care for bergamot in Winter?

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How to Plant bergamot?

Grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or light shade. Protect from excessive winter wet and do not allow to dry out in summer

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How to Repot bergamot?

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How to Harvest bergamot?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be subject to powdery mildews

Pests

May be attacked by slugs

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The Toxicity of bergamot

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More General Info About bergamot

Attributes of bergamot

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial · Herbs - Culinary
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitClump forming
OriginNorthern America

Scientific Classification

Species
Monarda didyma
Genus
Monarda
Family
Lamiaceae
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