 | | | Perennials for Sun or Part Shade: Bergamot (Monarda)
Also known as Bee Balm, a rich nectar source from midsummer to early autumn particularly for bumblebees. Monarda is easy to grow, and these varieties are not susceptible to mildew, which can be a problem. The plants have a pleasant and distinctive smell when handled, supposedly similar to the Bergamot Orange - from whence it got its name - and which means they are much used in perfumery and pot-pourris. Although Monardas are North American natives, they have been familiar plants in cottage gardens since the 16th century.
Varieties:
'Cambridge Scarlet': bright red
'Croftway Pink': striking pink
If we cannot find exactly the variety you would like in the nursery at the moment and we can find a very close alternative, we hope it is acceptable to supply it in lieu. Before we do so, however, we will ask you if you would be happy to accept a substitute.
Flowers: July - August
Soil type: Fertile, moist, well drained
Supplier : Burncoose Nurseries
We donate half of our profit on sales of this product to Butterfly Conservation
Please note: there is a minimum purchase of 3 of each variety and a minimum overall order size of £50.
Our nectar and pollen plants have been chosen in association with the Bumblebee Conservation Trust, British Beekeepers’ Association and Butterfly Conservation, who benefit from any sales. Please also see our wildflower and grass seed mixes, which include a Bumblebee mix, Pollen and Nectar Mix and Butterfly and Moth Wildflower Mix. We sell a number of plants in this section which provide important late and early nectar and pollen, for which also see our bulbs and non-native trees.
For butterflies, although you will find some nectar plants in this section which are also food plants for caterpillars, you will find many more in wildflower plugs, wildflower seeds, and native trees and shrubs.
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