Bee Balm

Monarda didyma
  • Also Known As: Bergamot, Mountain Mint
  • Botanical Name: Monarda didyma
  • Plant Type: Perennial
  • Light Requirement: Full Sun, Partial Shade
  • Water Demand: Medium
  • Landscape Use: Container, Fragrance
  • Ornamental Color: Red, Pink, Purple
  • Native or Adapted: Adapted
  • Wildlife Value: Hummingbirds, Birds, Butterflies, Bees
  • Season: Summer
  • Deciduous or Evergreen: Deciduous
  • Plant Form: Upright
  • Region: North Central Texas
  • Plant Spread: 1' - 3'
  • Plant Height: 1' - 3'

Description

Fragrant leaves and flowers. Prefers moist soil. Dont let it dry out between waterings.

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