Bee Balm Seeds grow into perennial, bushy plants with aromatic foliage and vibrant, tubular flowers in shades of red, pink, purple, or white. These plants thrive in temperate climates, performing best in full sun to partial shade and well-draining, fertile soil. Bee Balm is ideal for garden beds, borders, and pollinator gardens, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds while providing long-lasting blooms from mid to late summer.
Features
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Perennial, bushy growth habit
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Produces tubular flowers in red, pink, purple, or white
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Suitable for garden beds, borders, and pollinator gardens
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Thrives in full sun to partial shade
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Attracts pollinators including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Monarda spp.
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Common Name (US): Bee Balm
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Seed Type / Variety: Garden Variety
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Growth Habit: Bushy perennial
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USDA Zones: 4-9
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Planting Season: Spring or early summer
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Growing Season: Summer
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing Months: March to June
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Germination Time and Conditions: 14-21 days, keep soil moist, light recommended
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between watering
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Mature Plant Size: 24-36 inches tall, 18-24 inches spread
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Plant Spacing: 18-24 inches between plants