Bergamot
Bergamot
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Bergamot (Wild Bergamot / Bee Balm)
Approx. 50 seeds.
A beautifully aromatic perennial that bridges the gap between herbs and ornamentals. Wild Bergamot produces long, slender stems topped with soft, frilly blooms that bees adore, while the foliage offers a gentle herbal flavour perfect for teas. Harvest when stems are long enough to pick: simply pinch off outer stems and leaves, leaving plenty for continued growth. Fresh or dried, the leaves make a soothing herbal infusion.
Plants reach around 1m tall and thrive in full sun. Sow 5mm deep and cover lightly; germination takes 14–28 days. Bergamot dislikes soils that are extremely dry or prone to waterlogging, but grows reliably in ordinary garden soil with good drainage. A lovely perennial for pollinator borders, herb gardens and summer colour.
Key information
- Sow: October to March
- Germination: 14–28 days
- Flowering: Summer
- Height: to 100cm | Spread: to 45cm
- Lifecycle: Perennial
- Position: Full sun
- Sowing method: Sow 5mm deep; cover lightly
Get the full Bergamot Growing Guide here.
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