{"product_id":"bergamot-lemon-2082","title":"Bergamot Lemon Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMonarda citriodora \u003c\/em\u003e(Lemon Beebalm \/ Purple Horsemint)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA delightful lemon-scented annual wildflower native to the American Southwest and a member of the mint family (Lamiaceae). Fast growing and easy to cultivate, Lemon Beebalm reaches approximately 90cm in height and produces striking whorls of pinky-purple flowers over an extended flowering season. The blooms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies and a wide range of other beneficial pollinating insects, making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens and productive landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aromatic foliage releases a pleasant lemon fragrance when brushed or crushed. Traditionally, \u003cem\u003eMonarda citriodora\u003c\/em\u003e has been used in herbal medicine and the fresh or dried leaves and flowers can be enjoyed in salads or brewed into a fragrant herbal tea. Drought tolerant once established, it performs well in a variety of soil types including sandy loam, clay and rocky soils, provided drainage is good. Plants readily self-sow under favourable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 290 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2000 seeds\/gram\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Autumn to spring\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Autumn and spring\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Spring after frost has passed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow seed onto the surface of a fine seed raising mix and lightly press into place, as light assists germination. Keep moist but not waterlogged during germination. Position in full sun to part shade and transplant seedlings once large enough to handle. Space plants approximately 30–40cm apart. Drought tolerant once established but performs best with occasional watering during extended dry periods. Plants may self-seed freely in suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649656606938,"sku":null,"price":4.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/H_Bergamot_Lemon1_c5a0a5e1-61e4-400e-9859-1b65914ed8d0.jpg?v=1771464972","url":"https:\/\/www.edenseeds.com.au\/products\/bergamot-lemon-2082","provider":"Eden Seeds ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}