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Monarda 'Mahogany'
Bee Balm
- Category: Perennial
- Hardiness Zone:3-9
- Height:30-36 Inches
- Spread:18-24 Inches
- Bloom Color: Burgundy
- Foliage Color: Green
Unique maroon-purple flowers over fragrant light green foliage.
Plants can be used to make tea.
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Attributes
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Bloom Time
| • | June - July |
Additional Information about Monarda 'Mahogany'
The genus name honors Spanish botanist and physician Nicholas Monardes (1493-1588).
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Monarda 'Mahogany'
Prefers moist soil and will spread quickly. The best solution for dealing with mildew on these is to plant something shorter in front to hide the foliage, but leave room for good air circulation.
