The wild bergamot boasts of a circular array of tubular, lavender-pinkish blooms. This monarda species is a highly functional wildflower by attracting a wide range of large butterflies, hummingbird moths, bumblebees and the zippy ruby-throated hummingbird. Has square stems and aromatic leaves. Provide with good air circulation to combat powdery mildew. Spreads via shallow rhizomes and will form small colonies when afforded the space with desirable conditions. This species is deer and rabbit resistant. Prefers drier soils than it's cousin the scarlet bee balm.
