Lemon nettle - Monarda citriodora

Variety description:
The annual lemon monarda is an extremely versatile garden flower. Its large, tufted, pinkish-purple flowers, with their delicious citrus scent, appear from June to August. The leaves of the lemon monarda are traditionally used in herbal tea and attract butterflies in the garden.

Details:
Sowing indoors/greenhouse: From March
Sowing outdoors: From mid-April
Germination time: 5-14 days at 15-20°C
Sowing depth: 0.2 cm / light germinator

Height: 50-80 cm
Planting distance: 40 cm
Flowering time: June to August

Soil: Well-drained, dry garden soil
Fertilization: With compost
Location: Sun
Water consumption: Low

Growing tips:
During sowing, cover the seeds only lightly with soil and keep the soil evenly moist. Regularly removing dead flowers promotes flowering.

Use:
Discounts
cut flower
Excellent for teas
Insect magnet

Bag contents:
Approx. 100 seeds
Store in a cool, dry place.