Pardon My Cerise Bee Balm is a dwarf herbaceous perennial with upright stems and aromatic serrated dark green foliage. The full sized dark cherry pink fringe-like flowers blooms in whorls at the top of the thick stems in summer, attracting bees and butterflies . Best bloom in full sun and well-drained soil. Has good resistance to powdery mildew.
Monarda didyma is a native host for several moths, including Gray Marvel and Hermit Sphinx. The flower nectar also attracts other pollinators, bees, butterflies, and the Ruby-Throated hummingbird.
| Type: | Perennial |
| Origins: | Eastern N. America; GA Native |
| Height: | 1' - 1.5' |
| Spread: | 0.5' - 1’ |
| Spacing: | 1’ |
| USDA Hardiness Zone: | 4 - 8 |
| Culture: | Full Sun , Part Sun |
| Bloom Color: | Pink |
| Season of Interest: | Summer |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Root rot can be an issue in poorly-drained soils. Susceptibility to foliar diseases increase if the soil is allowed to dry. Watch for rust.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Garden, Rock Gardens , and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Trumpet Vine , Coneflower , Butterfly Weed
IMAGE: Photo's by Proven Winners, 'Pardon My Cerise' Bee Balm
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
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