Receive 4 live Bee Balm plants, also known as Wild Bergamot, renowned for their beauty and fragrance. These organic, non-GMO perennials are perfect for attracting beneficial bees and hummingbirds to your garden. Shipped without pots, the roots are wrapped in wet towel paper and a plastic bag to ensure freshness. Plant them immediately upon arrival, preferably after sunset, and water them well in the first few days.
- Growth Habit: Bushy, encourages branching with pinching
- Color: Vibrant blooms, typically in shades of red, pink, or purple
- Ideal Location: Full sun to partial shade
- Care Level: Easy, drought and heat tolerant
- Attracts: Bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators
- Soil: Tolerates poor soils, prefers well-drained conditions
- Maintenance: Deadhead to prolong bloom, thin clumps for air circulation
Common Name: Bee Balm
Scientific Name: Monarda
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: Regular watering, especially during establishment
Soil: Well-drained, tolerates poor soils
Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Growth Habit: Bushy, branching encouraged
Format: Live plant, bare root