MONARDA citriodora (Lemon Mint)

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MONARDA citriodora (Lemon Mint) is an annual flowering herb that belongs to the Lamiaceae family. Lemon Mint is an annual herbaceous plant, which means it completes its lifecycle within a year. Lemon Mint plants have slender, square-shaped stems that can reach heights of 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90...
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MONARDA citriodora (Lemon Mint) is an annual flowering herb that belongs to the Lamiaceae family. Lemon Mint is an annual herbaceous plant, which means it completes its lifecycle within a year.

Lemon Mint plants have slender, square-shaped stems that can reach heights of 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm). The leaves are lance-shaped, aromatic, and have a lemony scent when crushed. The flowers are tubular and arranged in dense, terminal clusters.

Lemon Mint typically blooms in the summer, usually between June and August. The blooming period may vary depending on the local climate and growing conditions. Lemon Mint is known to attract beneficial pollinators to the garden. They are typically lavender to pink in color, attracting pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Lemon Mint thrives in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-draining soil and can tolerate various soil types, including sandy or loamy soils. It is relatively adaptable and can grow in both cool and warm regions. Lemon Mint is known for its ability to tolerate dry conditions.

Lemon Mint is highly valued for its lemon-scented leaves and attractive flowers. It is often used in herbal tea blends, culinary dishes, and potpourri. The flowers and foliage also make lovely additions to flower arrangements.

Lemon Mint, with its fragrant lemon-scented leaves and attractive lavender-pink flowers, adds both ornamental and culinary value to gardens. Its versatility and ability to attract pollinators make it a popular choice for herb gardens, flower beds, and container plantings.

Number of Seeds Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.)
0.5OZ 37,500 500
1OZ 75,000 1,000
1/4LB 300,000 4,000
1/2LB 600,000 8,000
1LB 1,200,000 16,000
5LB 6,000,000 80,000

Scientific Name: Monarda Citriodora

Common Name: Lemon Mint

Plant Type: Annual 

Family: Lamiaceae

Native Range: Central and Southern United States, Northern Mexico 

Height: 12-30 "

Spread: 9-12 "

Habitat: Limestone barrens and slopes, Prairies, Savannahs and roadsides in Texas

Zone: USDA Hardiness 5 to 9

Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade

Blooming Season: Late Spring, Early Summer/Late Summer 

Attracts: Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Bees 

Resistant: Deer, Drought 

Flower Color: Lavender to Pink-white 

Moisture: Dry to medium 

Water Requirement: Water it regularly and don’t overwater the soil 

Soil Type: Clay, Loam and Sandy 

Soil pH: Acid, Neutral, Basic (Alkaline)

Advantage: Can grow easily and Low maintenance 

Uses: An essential oil in the leaves contains a phenol and a citrus (used as an insect repellent and in perfumery)

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