Bee Balm Native Wildflower

Bee Balm
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Description

A perennial native wildflower that is easy to grow and good for the bees! Aka Wild Bergamot, Bee Balm competes well against weeds. Bee Balm feeds a diversity of
wildlife including bees, butterflies, sphinx moths, and hummingbirds. Leaves and flowers taste like oregano and can be used as seasoning.

Planting Instructions

  • Direct sow outside 3/1-7/15.
  • Hand broadcast (sow) seeds evenly over area.
  • Full sun or part shade
  • From seed, these plants can take 1-3 years to become established and large enough to flower.

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