Red Velvet Bee Balm is an upright herbaceous perennial with well-branched sturdy stems that support a second flush of flowers, and aromatic dark green foliage that emerges with a bronze caste. The large, fragrant fringe-like cherry 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 Upscale series has improved resistance to powdery mildew.
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Origins: |
Native Hybrid |
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Height: |
2' - 2.5' |
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Spread: |
2' - 3’ |
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Spacing: |
2.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 8 |
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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: Photo by Proven Winners, Upscale® 'Red Velvet' Bee Balm
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
