Flower Specifications
- Approximate seeds per pound: 839,000
- Season: Annual
- USDA Zones: 3 - 10
- Height: 36 inches
- Bloom Season: Summer
- Bloom Color: Lavender to pink
- Environment: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Well-drained, pH 6.6 - 7.8
- Deer Resistant: Yes
Planting Directions
- Temperature: 60 - 70F
- Average Germ Time: 10 - 30 days
- Light Required: Yes
- Depth: 1/16 inch
- Sowing Rate: Plant this wildflower seed at 3 pounds per acre
- Moisture: Keep seed moist until germination
- Plant Spacing: 18 inches
- Care & Maintenance: See: Monarda
Lemon Bee Balm (Monarda Citriodora) - Lemon Bee Balm is also referred to as Lemon Mint. As the name suggests, it is a member of the mint family. Lavender-to-pink, tuft-like, whorled flowerheads attract hummingbirds, bees and butterflies. Lemon Bee Balm blooms from spring into late summer. Often late in the season the scent is described as resembling oregano more than lemon.
Monarda Citriodora grows in prairies, roadsides and other sunny habitats from wildflower seed. It grows from California to Florida, but is a native of the Midwest. It prefers soils with a high percentage of clay, but is adaptable to varying soil types as long as they are drier soils and not saturated. Lemon Mint grows best in full sun to partial shade. Like many wildflowers, it can regrow from the wildflower seed it drops it late fall. This wildflower seed will be dormant until temperatures rise the following spring and proper moisture levels are obtained to ensure germination.
Easy-to-grow from flower seed, sow Lemon Bee Balm flower seed directly in prepared areas in the spring when temperatures begin to warm. Spread the seed evenly and rake into loose topsoil. Supplemental watering is suggested if spring rains are poor. Provide additional water until the plants reach 10 – 12 inches tall. Once established, Lemon Bee Balm should reseed itself. Allow seeds to mature completely before mowing or cutting down. Since it's an annual, it is essential that Lemon Bee Balm is allowed to reseed itself for the following year.
