Product Overview
Hardiness zones 3-8
Red Bee Balm, Oswego Tea, Wild Bergamot, Crimson Bee Balm
Bring vibrant color and dynamic wildlife to your garden with our Native Red Bee Balm. Famous for its striking, fiery-scarlet blooms and rich American history, this hardy perennial is a must-have for native plant enthusiasts and pollinator gardeners alike. Growing 3 to 4 feet tall, its aromatic foliage and nectar-rich flowers create a stunning, low-maintenance summer spectacle. The tubular, bright red blossoms are specifically evolved to attract ruby-throated hummingbirds, butterflies, and native bumblebees.The crushed leaves release a spicy, citrusy scent resembling bergamot oranges. This fragrant oil naturally deters deer and rabbits.
Also known as Oswego Tea, this plant carries deep cultural roots. It was used medicinally by the Oswego Nation and brewed by American colonists as a tea substitute after the Boston Tea Party.
Plant prefers full sun, or partial afternoon shade in warmer zones, 8-9 and will need good drainage in wet climates.
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