Monarda didyma 'Mohawk'

beebalm, bergamot, Oswego tea or horsemint

Family	Labiatae
Plant Type
Zone	USDA: 3a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread	60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Monarda didyma 'Mohawk' (beebalm) bears brown and fragrant blossoms during mid-summer to early autumn. The foliage is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses	Accent, border, culinary, cut flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics	Monarda didyma 'Mohawk' has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. Monarda didyma 'Mohawk' attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions	When planning your garden, take into consideration that Monarda didyma 'Mohawk' (beebalm) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.