Bee Balm - Seed Packet

Monarda fistulosa

Native to the prairies of North America, the aromatic leaves of bee balm have long been used by Native Americans as a spicy garnish or as a herbal tea to ward off winter colds.

As the name suggests, bee balm is very popular with bees and other pollinating insects. It is a member of the mint family and contains many of the same essential oils (and flavours) as oregano and thyme, which gives it a characteristic sharp and spicy bite.

Also known as ‘wild bergamot’ – not to be confused with the citrus fruit ‘bergamot’ that is used to make bergamot essential oil and flavour earl grey tea – Monarda fistulosa has evolved into many different varieties. These seeds are a lavender-coloured variety that does very well in the UK climate (or at least it does in the Somerset climate where the seeds are grown). It is easy to grow and a valuable herb to add to a herbal tea or use in the kitchen.

A wonderful gift for pollinator gardeners, herbalists, and anyone who loves plants that are as good for the bees as they are for us. 

• Grown and harvested in the UK
• Certified Organic 
• Minimum 100 seeds