Lavender Bergamot Plant Seeds - Fragrant Herb Seeds -Heirloom & Non-GMO Seeds for planting – Fresh Herb for Your Garden

Lavender Bergamot Seeds - Heirloom Fragrant Herb Variety

Add fragrance and beauty to your garden with Lavender Bergamot (Monarda didyma), an heirloom, non-GMO herb prized for its aromatic leaves and vibrant flowers. Ideal for garden beds, patios, or container planting, this perennial herb attracts pollinators and enhances the visual appeal of any garden space.

Features:

1. Aromatic & Ornamental: Produces fragrant foliage and colorful, bee-friendly blooms.
2. Heirloom Variety: Maintains natural growth traits and flavor.
3. Non-GMO Seeds: Ensures healthy, reliable germination and growth.
4. Versatile Planting: Suitable for garden beds, containers, and patio gardens.
5. Low-Maintenance: Thrives in sunny locations with moderate watering.

Specifications:

1. Scientific Name: Monarda didyma
2. Common Name: Lavender Bergamot, Bee Balm
3. Plant Type: Perennial herb
4. Leaf Color: Green, aromatic leaves
5. Flower Color: Lavender to pink blooms
6. Plant Height: 24–36 inches (60–90 cm)
7. Spread: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
8. Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
9. Soil Type: Fertile, well-draining soil with pH 6.0–7.5
10. Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
11. Germination Time: 10–21 days
12. Temperature for Germination: 65–75°F (18–24°C)
13. USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9
14. Uses: Culinary herb, teas, ornamental landscaping, pollinator-friendly garden, container planting

Planting Guide:

• Sow seeds lightly on the soil surface and press gently; cover with a thin layer of soil.
• Keep soil consistently moist until seedlings appear.
• Transplant seedlings to garden beds or containers once 3–4 inches tall.
• Provide full sun to partial shade for best growth.
• Space plants 18–24 inches apart to allow proper air circulation.
• Deadhead flowers to promote continuous blooming and maintain shape.