Beebalm
Monarda fistulosa
Beebalm is a vigorous North American native perennial celebrated for its showy lavender-pink flower clusters and aromatic foliage that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds throughout summer. Plant in a sunny to partly shaded spot with moist, well-drained soil and divide clumps every 2-3 years to maintain vigor and prevent overcrowding. The leaves and flowers have a long history of medicinal and culinary use, and the plant is very easy to grow once established.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Thoroughly Until Soil Is Evenly Moist, Then Allow The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Before The Next Watering
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 21, 2019 by Emogene Haller (cc-by-sa)
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