Once you know how to grow bee balm, you will swiftly come to realise how monarda, or bergamot, came by its common name. This beautiful perennial is one of the best plants for pollinators and just a ...

Monarda has a flavor reminiscent of oregano and can be used similarly. Monarda, also known as bee balm, is a delicious, beautiful, and perfect addition to the home apothecary. Learn about bee balm ...

Monarda, Monarda fistulosa, often called wild bergamot or bee balm, is a native North American plant that is now found in gardens all over the world. Here in our area, groups of the plants can be seen ...

Monarda and its best-known bee balm species is a hot native plant at the moment because of a renewed interest in planting plants that attract pollinators. Few plants do a better job at that than ...

In late July and August, the attractive flowers of bee balm — Monarda — are a common sight in gardens, along roadsides, and in prairies. Bee balm attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. The ...

You probably know this popular perennial as bee balm, Oswego tea or bergamot. Monarda is a member of the mint family — with the characteristic square stems, opposite leaves and fragrant foliage. The ...

Many native plants are good to have in your garden but are not always the most impressive looking. Monarda is an exception to this belief since it produces an abundance of colorful flowers during ...

Throw all of your preconceived notions about the monarda or bee balm out the door. I have more flowers now on my monardas than I normally get from an entire season’s bloom. I am talking about the ...

Every summer your bee balm turns white and tatty, then stops feeding bees just when they need it most. One quick spring task can break that cycle for good. Many gardeners watch bee balm rocket up in ...