Orange Bee Balm Seeds produce a perennial herbaceous plant known for its vibrant orange, tubular flowers and aromatic foliage. This clump-forming plant thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil and is suitable for garden borders, pollinator gardens, and containers. Bee Balm attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, adding both ornamental beauty and ecological benefits. Once established, it is moderately drought-tolerant and provides seasonal color during the summer months.
Features
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Clump-forming perennial growth habit
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Produces vibrant orange, tubular flowers
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Aromatic foliage attracts pollinators
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Suitable for garden borders, pollinator gardens, and containers
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Thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil
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Moderately drought-tolerant once established
Specifications
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Scientific name: Monarda didyma
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Common name (US): Bee Balm
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Seed type / variety: Orange flowering variety
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Growth habit: Clump-forming perennial
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USDA zones: 4 to 9
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Planting season: Spring
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Growing season: Late spring through summer
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing season months: March to May
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Germination time and conditions: 14 to 21 days at 65 to 75 F in moist, well-drained soil
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Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
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Watering needs: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
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Mature plant size: 24 to 36 inches tall; 18 to 24 inches spread
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Plant spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart