Wild Bergamot - Monarda fistulosa

Features: A striking member of the mint family, it has the aromatic foliage you would expect, and the powdery light purple blooms attract bumblebees, hummingbird moths, and hummingbirds. Host plant for a couple of moth species including the Hermit Sphinx (similar to hummingbird moth). Deer resistant.

Light: Full Sun to Part Shade

Soil: Medium

Height: 3 to 4 feet

Blooms: July-September

See more information and photos at Illinois Wildflowers and USDA Plants Database

Photo 2: Candace Blank - Wild Ones West Cook Board