Monarda didyma 'Purple Rooster' - Bee Balm - Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.

Bee Balm

Monarda didyma 'Purple Rooster'

Also called Bergamot

  • Whorls of small tubular flowers are backed by leafy bracts
  • Royal purple flowers appear on square stems just above foliage
  • Glossy dark green toothed lance to oval-shaped leaves, 10 cm long
  • Foliage has a minty scent when crushed
  • Upright clumping habit
  • Bloom Time: July to August

ZONE:
4

COLOUR:
Purple

HEIGHT:
75-90 cm

SPREAD:
60-70 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Best grown in an average to moist soil, in full sun, however, it is tolerant of partially shady locations. Powdery mildew is a common fungal problem for monarda, although some cultivars are more resistant. All monarda should be planted in open areas that receive good air circulation and keep a consistently moist soil, to help prevent mildew problems. Mature clumps should be thinned out.