Growing of Bergamot

Growing of Bergamot..................

Cultivation of Bergamot / Bee Balm

Website: bergamot grows in almost any soil, bergamot prefer a moist site in full sun. Add mulch in spring; bergamot rich like it light and moist.

Propagation: cutting parts or roots in spring, cuttings in summer. Sowing in spring.

Growing: Thin or transplant to 18 inches apart, as these plants are vigorous spreader. Plants where the air circulation is good, because mold can be a problem. Divide every 3 years to discard dead center. Bergamot is not suitable for growing indoors.

Harvest: With a long blooming season, is balm in wild gardens and flower beds used. The flowers are popular with hummingbirds and butterflies.
Collect leaves in the spring or summer when the flowers to form. Pick flowers when open.

Culinary uses: With a long blooming season, bee balm in wild gardens and flower beds used. The flowers are popular with hummingbirds and butterflies. Flowers can be scattered in salads. The leaves can be infused or boiled in water for 10 minutes in an enamel pot for flavor than tea. Put fresh leaf tea in China for a taste of Earl Grey mugs or wine or lemonade.