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Monarda didyma Balmy™ Lilac

Bee Balm: Patent Balbalmac PP26594

  • »  Shaggy, bright-purple flowers from late spring to summer
  • »  Fast growing, vigorously spreading, upright habit
  • »  Dark green, minty-basil scented foliage; attracts bees
  • »  Dwarf variety with good mildew resistance
  • »  Useful for borders, containers, and as cut flowers
  • »  Lives 3 to 5 years

Darwin Perennial
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Humming-birds
Attributes
• Border or Bed
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Fragrant
• Long Blooming
• Low Maintenance
• Mass Planting
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Exposure
• Partial Sun
• Full Sun
Foliage Color
• Green
Habit
• Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Spring
• Summer
Soil Moisture
• Average Water
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Monarda didyma 'Lilac'

Deadhead spent blooms to encourage new blooms. Cut to the ground after flowering to promote new shoots and leaves. Divide every 3 years.