Monarda didyma 'Fireball'
Bee Balm
![Monarda didyma 'Fireball' Bee Balm from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-1591.jpg)
Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture
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- Scarlet red flower
- Compact, clumping habit
- Good mildew resistance
- Blooms early summer-fall
- AVAILABLE SUMMER 2023
![Border or Bed](image/chars/char-112.png)
Border or Bed
![Cut Flower/ Foliage](image/chars/char-109.png)
Cut Flower/ Foliage
![Mass Planting](image/chars/char-29.png)
Mass Planting
![Native](image/chars/char-45.png)
Native
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Summer](image/chars/char-40.png)
Summer
![Attracts Butterflies](image/chars/char-116.png)
Attracts Butterflies
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Found naturally along riverbanks in rich moist soil, it will also tolerate average soil and moisture levels. Full sun is best but can be placed in part sun. Multiply by underground stems or self seeding. Deadheading will extend bloom time.
Height: 18-26 in
Spacing: 18-26 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Red
Zone: 4-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Naturalizing
- Border or Bed
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Native
- Mass Planting
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Mounding
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Average Water