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Lemon Beebalm
Monarda citriodora
In the United States:
Native
· also called lemon beebalm, lemon mint, lemon bergamot, western horsemint
Honeybees visit lemon beebalm primarily for its rich nectar supply during the peak bloom from May to July, providing an important early-season resource. It also offers moderate pollen, attracting foragers in open fields and prairies. As a self-seeding annual, it can form large colonies but may spread aggressively in favorable conditions.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | May–August |
| Hardiness zones | 4-9 |
| Duration | ~30 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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