Bee-True Bee Balm is a carefree uniform herbaceous perennial with sturdy upright stems and aromatic serrated dark green foliage. The fringe-like raspberry red 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. The Bee-You series is mildew free due to improved resistance.
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 Origins:  | 
 European Hybrid  | 
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 Height:  | 
 1' - 1.5'  | 
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 Spread:  | 
 1' - 2’  | 
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 Spacing:  | 
 1.5’  | 
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 USDA Hardiness Zone:  | 
 5 - 9  | 
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 Bloom Color:  | 
 Red  | 
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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: Photos by Penn State Flower Trials, Monarda Bee-You® 'Bee True PPAF'
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.