Lemon Beebalm
© Jaime Gonzalez
Monarda citriodora
Family: Lamiaceae (Mint Family)
Fragrant annual, with a distinctive lemon-like scent. If it receives enough moisture, a plant will bloom throughout the summer. Forms large masses. May be transplanted. Grows easily from seed. Allow seed heads to become dry and brown before collecting seeds. Plants must be allowed to reseed in order to have plants the following year.
- Scientific Name: Monarda citriodora
- Common Names: Lemon Beebalm, Purple Horsemint, Lemon Mint, Plains Horsemint, Lemon Horsemint, Horsemint, Purple Lemon Mint
- Family: Lamiaceae (Mint Family)
- Growth Habit: Annual
- Height: Up to 30 inches
- Leaves: Linear
- Flowers: Pink, Purple, White
- Bloom Time: May through July.
- Wildlife Benefits: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Where to Find It
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