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Lemon Beebalm
Monarda citriodora
In the United States:
Native
· also called lemon beebalm, lemon mint, lemon bergamot
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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