Bee Balm (Monarda didyma)

Description

Product Description: 

Introducing Bee Balm (Monarda Didyma), a beautiful and beneficial addition to any garden. Known as Oswego Tea, Wild Bergamot, or Horsemint, this native North American plant is a cherished member of the mint family, loved by both gardeners and pollinators alike.

Features

• Vibrant, showy flowers in striking shades of red, pink, and purple  
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, essential for a pollinator garden  
• Leaves can be brewed into refreshing tea reminiscent of bergamot orange  
• Low-maintenance perennial, returning year after year  
• Deer and rabbit resistant, perfect for wildlife-prone areas  
• Pleasant citrusy scent can help repel mosquitoes  

Feel the joy of nature as Bee Balm transforms your garden into a vibrant haven for pollinators. Not only does it elevate your garden’s aesthetic with its stunning blooms, but it also provides a delightful atmosphere, inviting bees and butterflies to dance among its petals.

Specs

• Height: Typically grows 2-4 feet tall  
• Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to partial shade  
• Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil recommended  
• Blooms: Late spring to summer, providing continuous color  
• Hardiness Zones: Thrives in Zones 3-9