Lemon Mint
Monarda citriodora
HOW TO GROW LEMON MINT
Direct seed in the fall or spring before last frost. Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost, plant out after frost. If difficulty germinating, stratify 4-6 weeks. Seeds require light to germinate, press into soil, do not cover. Soil pH 6-7.5. Hardiness zones 4-9. Annual.
Usual seed life 3 years.
Planting Depth surface requires light
Soil Temp. Germ. 60-70˚F stratify
Days to Germ. 20-40
Plant Spacing 18-24”
Row Spacing 36-48”
Days To Maturity 90-100
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
Usual seed life 3 years.
Planting Depth surface requires light
Soil Temp. Germ. 60-70˚F stratify
Days to Germ. 20-40
Plant Spacing 18-24”
Row Spacing 36-48”
Days To Maturity 90-100
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
- 200 Seeds$4.10
- 2000 Seeds$12.50
- 1 Ounce$48.00
Unusual stacked purple flowers, beautiful in flower arrangements. Very attractive to bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Edible leaves with lemon oregano aroma, makes an excellent refreshing herbal tea. Tender perennials, may not overwinter in all areas. Plants bloom quickly for a splash of summer or early fall colo...
Unusual stacked purple flowers, beautiful in flower arrangements. Very attractive to bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Edible leaves with lemon oregano aroma, makes an excellent refreshing herbal tea. Tender perennials, may not overwinter in all areas. Plants bloom quickly for a splash of summer or early fall color. Also known as Lemon Bee Balm or Purple Horsemint. Tags: Color: Purple.
Native to Central and Southern United States to Mexico.
Native to Central and Southern United States to Mexico.
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