Monarda Seeds - Lemon Mint

$500

Average Seed Count: 50

Towers of bright lavender 1 1/2-2" blooms on straight sturdy stems. A unique and easy-to-use cut flower that offers a spicy citrus fragrance to bouquets. The blooms and leaves are edible, though the leaves are intensely spicy. Native to the US and attracts beneficial insects. Also known as lemon bee balm, purple horsemint, and lemon mint.

Edible Flowers: Add petals to salads, sprinkle over mild fish, use in fruit salads, or to garnish desserts and drinks. Flavor is minty and spicy. Leaves are used to flavor salads, cooked foods, and tea.


Monarda citriodora

Details:

  • Life Cycle: Perennial
  • Days to Maturity: 110-120
  • Light: Full Sun and Part Shade
  • Plant Spacing: 12-18"
  • Plant Height: 30-38"

Sowing Info:

  • Seed Depth: 1/16"
  • Days to Germination: 10-14 days at 68-72°F (20-22°C)

Growing Info

Transplant (recommended) - Sow 7-9 weeks before planting out. Direct seed - Cover seed lightly.