Wild Bergamot (Bee Balm), Monarda fistulosa
•Perennial
•Seed Depth: place on soil surface
•Seed Spacing: a small group of 2-3 seeds every 18-24 inches
•When to Sow Outside: 2-4 weeks before last frost in the spring or in the fall when soil temperatures are in the 50s 
•When to Start Inside: 6-8 weeks before last frost date in spring
•Host plant for: orange mint & hermit sphinx moths and several species of specialist bees, attracts a variety of polinators
•Light requirements: full sun to partial shade
•Soil Requirements: dry to medium dry average soil, drought tolerant once established
•Size: 3-4 feet tall, 1-2 feet wide, does spread
•Flower color: light purple
•Bloom time: summer to fall
Approximately 30 seeds