Bergamot (Monarda citriodora)

Where to plant

Let’s now see where to plant Bergamot (Monarda citriodora). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.

Orientation

It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant bergamot in a east facing, south facing or west facing garden.

Garden style

Monarda citriodora is normally used in city & courtyard gardens – usually small gardens, these gardens need smart designs to work well as they have to allow areas to relax, play and entertain; or informal gardens – have a free design and close to the nature aspect. the lines are smoother and more fluid and the planting is less rigid;.

Planting type

There are a wide range of applications for this plant. bergamot can be applied in/as:

• Cut flowers – to harvest and decorate the house;
• Flower borders and bedding – creating compositions in the garden;
• Low maintenance gardens – where you can’t care for the plants so often;