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Monarda 'Blue Stocking'
Bee Balm
- Category: Perennial
- Hardiness Zone:3-9
- Height:36-48 Inches
- Spread:18-24 Inches
- Bloom Color: Violet
- Foliage Color: Green
Violet-blue terminal whorls of tubular petals over fragrant green foliage.
A wonderful addition to the garden!
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Attributes
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist |
Bloom Time
| • | June - July |
Additional Information about Monarda 'Blue Stocking'
The genus name honors Spanish botanist and physician Nicholas Monardes (1493-1588).
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Monarda 'Blue Stocking'
Prefers moist soil and will spread quickly.The best solution for dealing with mildew on these is to plant something shorter in front of them to hide the foliage, but leave room for good air circulation.
