Lemon Beebalm

Planted June 23, 2024

Names

Common Names
Lemon Beebalm, Lemon Bergamot, Purple Horsemint, Lemon Horsemint, Lemon Mint

Growth

Height
6 to 24 inches
Spread
8-12 inches
Growth Rate
Moderate

Appearance

Bloom Color
Pinkish purple
Foliage Color
Green
Fall Foliage Color
Orange to red

Environment

Hardiness Zones
Zones 3-10
Sunlight Requirements
Ideally full sun to partial shade
Soil Type
Clayey, limestone, humus, and sandy loam soils provide optimal growth conditions with good drainage and nutrient content.
Soil Drainage
Well-drained soil is ideal for Monarda citriodora.
Soil pH
6.0-7.5

Lifecycle

Lifecycle
Perennial
Leaf Lifecycle
Deciduous
Seasons of Interest
Spring and Summer
Bloom Time
Spring and Summer

Reproduction

Propagation Methods
Seeds, Cuttings, Division

Wildlife

Attracts Wildlife
Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

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