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Wild Bergamot

Also known as

beebalm, horse-mint, mintleaf beebalm, purple beebalm, wild bergamot, wild bergamot beebalm, wildbergamot beebalm and wildbergamot horsemint

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Monarda fistulosa

Genus

Monarda

Family

Lamiaceae

Order

Lamiales

How to care for Wild Bergamot

💦 Water

How often to water your Wild Bergamot

Wild Bergamot needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Wild Bergamot in your home

Wild Bergamot love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Wild Bergamot does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Wild Bergamot in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Wild Bergamot

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Wild Bergamot: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Wild Bergamot after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Wild Bergamot is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Wild Bergamot →

Benefits of Growing Wild Bergamot →

Common Wild Bergamot Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Wild Bergamot →

Outdoor Care Guide for Wild Bergamot →

💦 Water Needs

Wild Bergamot prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Wild Bergamot Water Frequency →

Wild Bergamot Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Wild Bergamot requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Wild Bergamot Light Requirements →

Wild Bergamot Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Wild Bergamot is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🪴 Soil

Wild Bergamot does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Wild Bergamot →

Best Pots for Wild Bergamot →

When and How to Successfully Repot Wild Bergamot →

What Are Healthy Wild Bergamot Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Wild Bergamot should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Wild Bergamot →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Wild Bergamot is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

Wild Bergamot Lifecycle →

Wild Bergamot Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Wild Bergamot →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Wild Bergamot can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Wild Bergamot Temperature Tolerance →

Wild Bergamot Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Wild Bergamot →

When to Plant Wild Bergamot →

How to Plant Wild Bergamot →

Where to Plant Wild Bergamot →

Winter Care for Wild Bergamot →

Best Companion Plants for Wild Bergamot →

Is Wild Bergamot a Weed? →

🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Wild Bergamot can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Wild Bergamot →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Wild Bergamot, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.