Plants have become the perfect ally for society and have a lot of utilities such as to be able to take them in infusions, home remedies, dressings for dishes, to aromatic essences for the culinary art, all this and much more is part of the wide range of possibilities that plants have for human consumption.
One of these plants that is used to flavor recipes and make food a delicacy, is the Monada didyma, also known as Wild Bergamot.
Features
This plant is ideal because it gives a fresh and citrus aroma, since its characteristic smell is similar to that of oranges. Our house will always have a pleasant smell thanks to this wonderful plant.
As for the characteristics of Wild BergamotWhat stands out the most about this ornamental plant is the smell of orange, as we have already mentioned. When you are in the presence of a plant and you want to know if it is the Monarda didyma, what you should do is approach it and enjoy its citrus smell; this is the key point to recognize it.
Another characteristic present in this plant is that its foliage is simple, They are not as exuberant as others, however, the beauty and subtlety of those few foliage create an ideal and fresh environment in the home.
How is the cultivation of the Monarda didyma or Wild Bergamot?
The cultivation of this ornamental plant is very easy, the first thing you should do is have a well-fertilized soil and use a quality fertilizer that contains the necessary nutrients.
A separation of approximately 20 centimeters should be created between one and the other and in the case of sowing several. Keep in mind that at the time of sowing it a hole must be made in the ground quite deep, since when it begins its growth the roots reach up to 50 cm.
We will show you below the care you should have with Wild Bergamot, since this plant is so resistant that in cold climates we should not worry, since it is able to withstand up to -20 ° C, that is, in winter it will continue to be as strong as usual. Although it is recommended that from time to time you put it in the sun, since the extreme shade will deteriorate the Monarda didyma.
Remember that when the plant is in the flowering process, more care must be taken and its stems are cut so that it can grow more easily. As for the amount of water that this ornamental plant needs, you must be careful; in very hot and dry climates you have to be aware of the watering, but in cold climates little water will be added.
Although its cultivation is easy and does not require great care, we have to be attentive to the appearance of those annoying pests that can damage our plant. The Monarda dydima is so perfect that has little proliferation of pests.
Pests
The only thing that they may suffer is from Oidium and it only happens when there is a lot of humidity.
Although the appearance of snails and slugs are constant in them especially in humid and rainy climates, it is not something that should alarm you, however, You have to be careful. If the appearance of these is repeated and in excess, look for a natural method to eradicate them, since everything in excess is bad.
The ideal is to always be aware of what may happen to our plants and carry out constant monitoring.
If you see any strange symptoms or something different in it, proceed to review it and find a solution so that our Monarda Didyma or Wild Bergamot can remain beautiful, healthy, exuberant and giving us that fresh, citrus and tropical aroma that characterizes it.
The life of your ornamental plants depends on your careThat is why the maintenance and attention given to plants is essential for their growth.