Semences - Monarde fistuleuse
La monarde fistuleuse (Monarda fistulosa), également connue sous le nom de monarde sauvage ou thé d'Oswego, est une plante vivace indigène du Québec. Elle atteint généralement entre 60 et 90 cm de hauteur et produit, de juillet à septembre, des fleurs tubulaires de couleur lavande à rose pâle, regroupées en inflorescences sphériques.
2. Semis
- Niveau de difficulté : Facile
- Type de semis : Intérieur, 6 à 8 semaines avant le dernier gel (début avril en zone 5-6), ou semis direct en automne pour une stratification naturelle.
- Technique de semis : Les graines bénéficient d'une stratification à froid. Si semé à l'intérieur, mélanger les graines avec un substrat humide (comme de la vermiculite ou du sable), placer le mélange dans un sac plastique scellé et réfrigérer pendant 30 jours. Après la stratification, semer les graines en surface, les presser légèrement dans le terreau sans les recouvrir, car elles nécessitent de la lumière pour germer.
- Profondeur du semis : En surface
- Jours de germination : 10 à 20 jours
- Température de germination : 20 à 22 °C
3. Culture
- Facilité de culture : Facile
- Saison de culture : Printemps à automne
- Transplantation : Après tout risque de gel (fin mai à début juin en zone 5-6)
- Espacement des plants : 45 à 60 cm entre les plants
- Zone de rusticité : 3 à 9
- Luminosité : Plein soleil à mi-ombre
- Type de sol : Sols limoneux à argileux, bien drainés
- pH du sol : Neutre à légèrement acide
- Humidité du sol : Modérée, tolère une certaine sécheresse une fois établie
- Fertilité du sol : Peu exigeante
- Durée avant floraison : 1 à 2 ans après le semis
- Arrosage : Régulier lors de l'établissement, puis modéré
- Autres caractéristiques : Attire les pollinisateurs tels que les abeilles, les papillons et les colibris. Les feuilles dégagent un arôme agréable lorsqu'elles sont froissées.
4. Utilisation
Idéale pour les jardins naturalistes, les prairies fleuries et les bordures, la monarde fistuleuse ajoute une touche de couleur et d'arôme. Les feuilles peuvent être utilisées pour préparer des infusions, et les fleurs sont comestibles, apportant une note décorative aux salades et desserts.
5. Compagnonnage
- Plantes amies : Échinacées, rudbeckies, asters
- Plantes ennemies : Aucune connue
Cette plante indigène est bien adaptée aux climats du Québec et constitue un excellent choix pour les jardiniers souhaitant favoriser la biodiversité tout en ajoutant une plante ornementale et utile à leur espace.
DELIVERIES / RETURNS
Territories and periods served:
We deliver year-round throughout Canada.
Carriers:
We take great pride in the quality of our products and place particular importance on the shipping methods used and the speed of service. That’s why we work exclusively with reputable carriers offering affordable rates and real-time tracking of your package until its final destination. Once the order leaves our greenhouses, the carrier takes full responsibility for your package. We are not responsible for any risks associated with shipping. Please contact the carrier directly for any issues.
You must be present at the time of delivery, as we require a signature upon receipt. It is your responsibility to email us before delivery to notify us of your absence. If you prefer a delivery without a signature, please inform us when placing your order. However, you assume full responsibility in case of theft or weather-related damage.
We offer the option to choose your preferred carrier at checkout. We will do our best to ship your package via the selected company. However, in some cases, to ensure timely delivery, we may need to use another carrier. If you absolutely wish to keep your initial choice, please inform us when placing your order. Additional shipping fees may apply in such cases.
Shipping Costs:
Shipping costs are determined based on the exact weight of your package, rather than a fixed rate. This ensures that you pay the exact cost of your order. We work with multiple delivery companies, allowing us to offer you the best price as well as the fastest and most efficient shipping option.
Order Preparation:
A confirmation receipt will be sent to you once your purchase is confirmed. We only ship across Canada from Monday to Wednesday to prevent packages from sitting in postal offices over the weekend. Once your order has been processed and shipped, you will receive a tracking number and an estimated delivery date. This tracking number allows you to check your order status in real-time until its final destination. Please check your spam folder if you do not receive a confirmation email. We do not provide delivery time estimates due to the high volume of orders we prepare.
Order Cancellation:
Want to cancel an order? We can issue a refund only if the order has not yet been processed and/or shipped. A $10 fee may apply in such cases.
Combining Orders:
We offer the option to combine multiple orders placed on our online store, as long as your order has not yet been processed. Only orders shipped to the same address and under the same name can be combined.
Winter Shipping:
During winter months, insulating packaging and heating packs are included in the shipping fees. In case of extreme cold, we reserve the right to suspend deliveries until temperatures are suitable for shipping.
In-store pickup:
To ensure the best quality plants, we ask that you pick up your confirmed orders, ready for in-store pickup, within four (4) days of receiving your confirmation email.
Local Delivery:
We offer direct delivery from our greenhouses to your door throughout the Greater Montreal area, with cold-protected shipping. We do our best to deliver your order the same day or the next day. However, we do not deliver on weekends, and additional delays may apply for more distant regions, such as the South Shore. Hand-delivered on the same day, but your presence is required. We will call you to arrange the best day and time. Fees vary by zone, and an additional $10 fee may apply for large orders.
Returns:
All our plants are final sale.
However, if you receive a damaged, incorrect, or phytosanitary-compromised order, please contact us within 48 hours of receiving your package at info@serreslavoie.com. Include a photo of the product, its packaging, and your order number. We will evaluate the situation and inform you whether we will issue a replacement or a store credit..
Contact us:
To continuously improve our service, we invite you to email us at info@serreslavoie.com with your feedback and suggestions regarding our delivery service and your overall experience..
