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Jig-Bee Flower Farm

Monarda Lambada

Hardy Annual

Description

Monarda lambada

Also known as lemon mint - this year's crop was vibrating in color like nothing I've ever seen. I don't know if it was the drought or the mild summers of Vermont but I do know monarda lambada grows really well in the Northeast. It had a super long harvest window of five to six weeks. 

This is a hardy annual and for warmer climates Zone 6 or higher), it can be fall planted and overwintered for spring blooms. Here in 5a, I planted it in mid May though I could have planted it earlier.

Monarda Lambada is fragrant and edible. I love its Dr. Seuss like form.

$ 4.95
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Available Monday December 8, 2025

    Planting Instructions

    SOWING:

    Transplant (recommended): Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before planting date or cast seeds directly in the garden.Transplant (recommended) - Sow 7-9 weeks before planting out. Direct seed - Cover seed lightly.

    Germination Requirements: Barely cover as light is needed for germination

    Days to Germination: Germinates in 7-14 days at 68-72°F (20-22°C)

    GROWING:

    Light Preference: Sun/Part Shade

    Plant Height:   24-36 inches

    Plant Spacing: 6” cut flower production or 9-12” landscape/garden

    Hardiness: Winter hardy in zone 7 and south

    Pinching:  No

    Flower Support: Yes, needed

    Days to Bloom: 110-120 days to bloom

    HARVEST AND VASE LIFE:

    Yield:  3-4 stems per plant

    Harvest Fresh: Harvest once the first few blooms begin to turn pink and beyond. Harvest the central stem, just above the lowest two to three side shoots. Flowers will continue to open after cutting.

    As stems age, the florets turn brown and unattractive - these can be shaken or pulled off but is time consuming. Better to harvest frequently when in production to minimize additional processing. 

    Expected Vase Life: 8-10 days

    Harvest Dry:  Completely open. Hang to dry.

    USES: 

    Cut Flower, Dried Flower, Edible Flower, Garden Beds, and Beneficial Insect and Pollinator Plantings

    ALTERNATE NAME:

    Bee balm
    Shipping Information

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    We do not ship internationally.
    Monarda Lambada