Bee Balm is a colorful perennial loved by pollinators, especially bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It produces bright summer blooms and works well in pollinator gardens, perennial borders, cottage gardens, and sunny planting beds. It does best with good airflow and evenly moist, well-drained soil.
Plant Details
Plant Type: Perennial
Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Part Sun
Bloom Color: Red, Pink, Purple
Bloom Time: Summer
Mature Height: 2-4 feet
Mature Width: 2-3 feet
Hardiness Zone: 4-9
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist Well-Drained
Deer Resistance: Moderate
Care Level: Easy
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Pruning Time: After Blooming, Late Winter
Notes
Bee Balm is a pollinator-friendly perennial with bright summer flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It grows best in full sun to part sun with good airflow. Cut back spent blooms to encourage a cleaner look and remove old stems in late winter before new growth begins.
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