Scarlet Bee Balm prefers rich, humusy soils in full sun, although some afternoon shade is appreciated in hot summer climates. Does best in well-draining conditions, but can tolerate heavier clay. Soil should not be allowed to dry out. Deadhead flowers to prolong summer bloom. Divide clumps every 3-4 years to prevent overcrowding and to control spread of the plant. Provide plants with good air circulation to help combat fungal leaf diseases. Beebalm has a long history of use as a medicinal plant by many Native Americans.
Grows to 24”-48”
Monarda didyma
Photos by By Joe Schneid, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=6691558 and Alex Abair - https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=179374309
Scarlet Bee Balm prefers rich, humusy soils in full sun, although some afternoon shade is appreciated in hot summer climates. Does best in well-draining conditions, but can tolerate heavier clay. Soil should not be allowed to dry out. Deadhead flowers to prolong summer bloom. Divide clumps every 3-4 years to prevent overcrowding and to control spread of the plant. Provide plants with good air circulation to help combat fungal leaf diseases. Beebalm has a long history of use as a medicinal plant by many Native Americans.
Grows to 24”-48”
Monarda didyma
Photos by By Joe Schneid, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=6691558 and Alex Abair - https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=179374309
