Monarda didyma 'Gardenview Scarlet'

Bee Balm


Photo courtesy of Swift Greenhouses

  • Tubular rose-red blooms
  • Toothed scented foliage
  • Highly mildew resistant
  • Native to eastern North America
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Fragrant
Fragrant
Mass Planting
Mass Planting
Native
Native
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant
Partial Sun
Partial Sun



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: 36 in
Spacing: 24 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:

  • Border or Bed
  • Naturalizing
  • Mass Planting
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Fragrant
  • Native

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Exposure:

  • Partial Sun

Habit:

  • Mounding
  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Attracts Pollinators
  • Attracts Hummingbirds

Soil Moisture:

  • Moist, Well-Drained