Sugar Buzz®

Monarda hybrid 'Sugar Buzz Rockin' Raspberry'

Bee Balm


Monarda didyma Sugar Buzz® 'Rockin' Raspberry' - Bee Balm, Bergamot from Moose Crossing Garden Center

  • Magenta-red flowers
  • Dark green, well branched, compact plants
  • Mildew-resistant leaves
  • Mid-sized clump perfect for the middle of the border
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Container
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Fragrant
Fragrant
Garden
Garden
Heat Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Long Blooming
Long Blooming

Uniquely shaped flowers perch on erect stems in scarlet red, pink and purple shades.  Blooms late summer.  The leaves release a spicy fragrance when crushed, similar to bergamot orange. Bees love this plant!



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Prefers consistent moisture (not wet) and rich, well drained soil Plant in full to part sun, Ensure good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew Multiply by underground stems or self seeding Deadheading will extend bloom time.


Height: 16-24 in
Spread: 16-32 in
Spacing: 20 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Magenta, Red
Zone: 4-8
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Mass Planting
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Heat Tolerant
  • Fragrant
  • Garden
  • Border or Bed
  • Long Blooming
  • Native
  • Container
  • Low Maintenance
  • Naturalizing

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Burgundy
  • Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Hummingbirds
  • Attracts Pollinators
  • Attracts Butterflies

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained


Genus Overview: Monarda

Common Name: Bee Balm

Uniquely shaped flowers perch on erect stems in scarlet red, pink and purple shades.  Blooms late summer.  The leaves release a spicy fragrance when crushed, similar to bergamot orange. Bees love this plant!