June 29, 2003               New Moon                                                         

The 2003 Bergamots are here and in mint condition Wild bergamot is blooming. This member of the mint family resembles Oswego-tea, but its flower is pink or lilac instead of brilliant red. Wild bergamot, like many mints, has an abundance of oil in its leaves and flowers that give it a refreshing odor. A tea can be made by steeping the fresh or dried leaves and flowerheads in hot water for ten minutes. Just sweeten to your taste. This mint grows to waist-height and is found in moist open areas, often at lower elevations or along the riparian zones of streams. E-mail Today's WPC Daily to a Friend! Friend's e-mail address: Your Message: Rediscover western Pennsylvania every morning with WPC Daily. Become a Western Pennsylvania Conservancy Member  View the winning WPC Daily for May (makes a great screen wallpaper for July)

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