General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 9b
Plant Height: 14 - 16 inches
Leaves: Fragrant
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Time: Summer
Uses: Medicinal Herb
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Cuttings: Root
Division
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Miscellaneous: Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PPAF

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Common names
  • Bee Balm
  • Beebalm

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Location: Clinton, Michigan 49236
Date: 2024-07-06
Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Deep Purple' 24w27 295do Bee Balm J4 (
Location: Clinton, Michigan 49236
Date: 2024-07-06
Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Deep Purple' 24w27 295do Bee Balm J4 (

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