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Lemon Mint

Lemon Mint

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Lemon Mint (Monarda citriodora) is a dramatic, pollinator-friendly herb topped with clustered towers of purple flowers and bright lemon-scented foliage. Not a true mint, it brings both ornamental beauty and culinary flavor to the garden.

At a glance

  • Botanical name: Monarda citriodora
  • Type: Aromatic herb (not a true mint)
  • Flowers: Tiered clusters of purple blooms
  • Aroma: Bright lemon when crushed
  • Wildlife: Attracts pollinators
  • Sun: Full sun
  • Non-GMO: Open-pollinated heirloom

Best for

  • Pollinator and cottage gardens
  • Fresh, dried, or cooked seasoning
  • Herbal teas
  • Cut and dried arrangements
  • Ornamental herb beds

How to grow

Sow in spring in full sun. Lemon mint is easy to grow and self-sows readily, returning year after year. Crush a leaf to release its lemony scent, and deadhead to extend bloom time.

Flavor profile

Bright and lemony with a gentle minty, oregano-like edge, pleasant fresh or dried.

About MIgardener

MIgardener is a Michigan-based seed company offering affordable, non-GMO heirloom seeds for home gardeners.

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Product facts

Made by
MIgardener
Maker based in
St. Clair, Michigan