{"product_id":"monarde-ponctuee","title":"Wild Bergamot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSpotted Beebalm (\u003ci\u003eMonarda punctata\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive Native Pollinator Perennial for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 3–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpotted Beebalm (\u003ci\u003eMonarda punctata\u003c\/i\u003e) is a unique, aromatic native perennial valued for its pale, purple-spotted flowers and showy pink bracts. Best suited to full sun, sandy or well-drained soils, and low-competition garden settings, it is an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, dry borders, meadow plantings, and naturalized landscapes across Ontario and Eastern Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Spotted Beebalm for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA resilient native perennial with unusual flowers, fragrant foliage, and exceptional value for pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 3 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 3–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pollinator gardens \/ Dry gardens \/ Naturalized areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink bracts and spotted flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to eastern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull sun locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSandy or well-drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry to average moisture conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeadow-style plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-maintenance native gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator-friendly landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e2–3 ft (0.6–0.9 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e1–2 ft (0.3–0.6 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eModerate to fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e3 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 3–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eFull sun to light partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSandy, dry to average, well-drained soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eLow to moderate once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHigh once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eModerate to good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eShort-lived perennial, often maintained by self-seeding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Spotted Beebalm Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Spotted Beebalm if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a native perennial that attracts many pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a sunny, well-drained planting area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer a natural meadow or prairie-inspired look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a plant for dry or sandy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want unusual flowers with strong ornamental interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays wet or compacted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting in deep shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a very formal, tightly controlled garden style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a long-lived perennial that stays in one exact spot without reseeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative plant gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry sunny borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrairie-style plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeadow gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalized areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-water landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpotted Beebalm produces nectar-rich flowers that attract bees, butterflies, moths, beneficial wasps, and other pollinators. Its aromatic foliage, drought tolerance, and distinctive pink bracts make it especially useful in sunny, ecological landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Spotted Beebalm Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many other bee balms, Spotted Beebalm stands out for its layered flower clusters, soft pink bracts, and pale flowers marked with purple spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromatic foliage emerges from the crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink bracts and spotted flowers create a distinctive display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed heads add texture and help maintain the planting naturally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dormant stems can be left for habitat and seasonal structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpotted Beebalm is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 3–7 when planted in well-drained soil. Good drainage is especially important for winter survival, as overly wet soil can damage the roots during freeze-thaw cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly during establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid heavy mulch directly against the crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny, well-drained location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave some seed heads if you want natural reseeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring, once the soil can be worked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall, allowing time for root establishment before winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12–18 in from other plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18–24 in for a more naturalized effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering first year:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply once per week during dry periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce watering once the plant is established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid consistently wet soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Spotted Beebalm cold hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Spotted Beebalm is suitable for Zones 3–7 and can perform well in cold Canadian climates when planted in well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Spotted Beebalm need full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt grows best in full sun. Light partial shade is tolerated, but flowering is usually strongest in open, sunny conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of soil does Spotted Beebalm prefer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt prefers dry to average, sandy or well-drained soil. It is not well suited to wet, heavy, or poorly drained sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Spotted Beebalm good for pollinators?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is an excellent pollinator plant, attracting bees, butterflies, moths, beneficial wasps, and other insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Spotted Beebalm spread?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may self-seed in favourable conditions, especially in open, sandy soils. This helps maintain the planting over time without usually becoming aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Spotted Beebalm deer resistant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts aromatic foliage may help reduce browsing, but deer resistance can vary depending on local pressure and food availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare With Similar Perennials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003ePlant\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eGrowth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/spotted-beebalm\" title=\"Spotted Beebalm (Monarda punctata)-Product Page\"\u003eSpotted Beebalm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eModerate to fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003ePink bracts and spotted flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eDry pollinator gardens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/wild-bergamot\" title=\"Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa)-Prodcut Page\"\u003eWild Bergamot\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eFragrant lavender-pink blooms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eMeadows and native borders\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/purple-coneflower\" title=\"Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)-Product Page\"\u003ePurple Coneflower\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eLong-lasting daisy-like flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eSunny garden beds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for native gardens, pollinator plantings, and ecological landscaping projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Native Perennials of Eastern Canada\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/native-perennials-of-eastern-canada\"\u003eNative Perennials of Eastern Canada\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hardiness Zone 3 Plants\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-3-plants-eastern-canada\"\u003eHardiness Zone 3 Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":53082628948287,"sku":null,"price":6.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/MONARDE-PONCTUEE-NATURE.jpg?v=1779548402","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/wild-bergamot-1","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}