Bubblegum Blast Bee Balm is a compact native herbaceous perennial with sturdy compact stems and aromatic serrated dark green foliage. The fringe-like hot pink flowers blooms in whorls at the top of the thick stems in summer, attracting bees and butterflies. Best bloom in full sun and well-drained soil. Improved resistance to powdery mildew.
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Type: |
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Origins: |
Native Hybrid |
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Height: |
1.5' - 3' |
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Spread: |
1.5' - 2’ |
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Spacing: |
1.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 8 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Root rot can be an issue in poorly-drained soils. Susceptibility to foliar diseases increase if the soil is allowed to dry. Watch for rust.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Garden, Rock Gardens, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Trumpet Vine, Coneflower, Butterfly Weed
IMAGES: anonymous, Bee balm, CC BY-SA 2.0 CA, (2) Patrick Standish, Bee Balm
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
