Lemon Beebalm

Lemon Beebalm, also known as Horsemint

Monarda citriodora

Family- Mint

Central Texas Ecoregions- Blackland Prairie, Cross Timbers, East Central Texas Plains, Edwards Plateau

Light Requirements- Sun, Part Shade

Wildlife Benefit- Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Larval Host Plant- Spicebush Swallowtail

Bloom Time- May- July, with consistent watering can bloom to October

Life Span- Annual 

Height- 1’- 2’

Width- Up to .5’

Edible- Can be used in teas, salads, or as a seasoning

Additional Information- Lemon Beebalm readily reseeds, and given the right requirements can colonize. It’s also a beautiful cut flower, but can become aggressive in a garden setting.  The blooms can range in color and intensity between white, pink, and purple. 

Biodegradable Pots

Whenever possible KNP uses biodegradable pots. They are a great alternative to plastic pots. Biodegradable pots can be planted directly into the ground. I recommend not taking the plants out of the pot before planting, this reduces transplant shock which makes for happy plants!

Biodegradable Pot Size Information

Small- 4” Wide Top, 2.5” Wide Base, 3.75” Tall (Similar to Standard 4” Pot)

Medium- 5.25” Wide Top, 3.25” Wide Base, 5” Tall

Large- 7" Wide Top, 4.5" Wide Base, 6.125" Tall (Similar to Gallon Size Pot)