bergamot 'Fireball'
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A compact, clump-forming perennial growing to 60cm tall. The aromatic, lance-shaped to oval, toothed leaves are mid-green. Dense whorls of scarlet red flowers are borne from summer to autumn
Scientific classification
- Species
- bergamot 'Fireball' (Monarda 'Fireball')
- Genus
- Monarda
- Family
- Lamiaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of bergamot 'Fireball'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of bergamot 'Fireball'
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bergamot 'Fireball' care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningDeadhead regularly
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or root basal cuttings in spring
Growing
GrowingGrow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Protect from excessive winter wet and do not allow to dry out in summer. Lift and divide every three years
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildew; this cultivar shows some resistance
Pests
Generally pest free
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