Monarda fistulosa
$15.95 / 1G
Beebalm ·
Description
Monarda fistulosa, commonly known as Beebalm, is a herbaceous perennial valued for its light purple flowers during fall and summer. It typically matures 2–4 feet tall and 2–3 feet wide. Grow it in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained garden soil. Its native range or documented parentage is Canada to North East Mexico. It attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. In the landscape, it works well in border, meadow, and naturalized area. Once established, it shows useful tolerance to black walnut, deer, and drought.
Benefits
Brings movement to the garden by drawing hummingbirds and other flower visitors. Fits naturally into Mid-Atlantic planting palettes and habitat-minded gardens.
Features
Monarda fistulosa produces purple flowers and provides cultivar-specific ornamental interest.
Usage/Use
Pollinator garden, native garden, cottage garden
| Monarda fistulosa | |
| Beebalm | |
| No | |
| Best grown in full sun to part sun with average to moist moisture. | |
| Full Sun to Part Sun; Average to Moist moisture; Well-drained average garden soil. Water regularly the first season, then adjust to plant preference. | |
| North America | |
| Locally Native | |
| Yes | |
| Canada to North East Mexico | |
| Powdery mildew | |
| Yes |
| 4 - 9 | |
| Hardy in USDA Zones 4–9; protect roots during establishment. | |
| Full Sun | |
| Loam | |
| 6 - 8 | |
| 2 - 4 ft | |
| 2 - 3 ft | |
| Medium | |
| 2 - 3 ft |
| Yes | |
| Longtime | |
| Mid-Summer | |
| Strong | |
| Violet | |
| Green | |
| Green foliage | |
| Birds from Seed | |
| Prairie Meadows | |
| Native Garden | |
| Flower Interest | |
| Sun-Loving Perennials | |
| Upright | |
| Vigorous | |
| Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Moist Soil | |
| Well-drained | |
| Water deeply during establishment; after established, water based on rainfall and soil moisture. | |
| Low | |
| Water regularly during establishment, mulch to conserve moisture, and cut back/prune at the proper seasonal time. |