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Sunday, March 14, 2010
 



 
BEE BALM. Later blooming with pleasing pink flowers
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Order Code: MOAQS
Blooms: Early Summer to Late Summer
Flower Color: Lavender
Sun-Shade: Full Sun to Half Sun/ Half Shade
Accent Color: Pink
Soil Condition: Normal, Clay
Plant Height: Medium
Zones: z4,z5,z6,z7,z8,z9
Found in list(s): Plants that tolerate a Clay soil   
Rabbit Resistant   
Plants that attract Hummingbirds   
Wet Tolerant   
Not tolerant of Humidity   
Plants that attract Butterflies   
Scented Foliage   
Deer Resistant   
MONARDA Aquarius : Bee Balm, Bergamot, Oswego Tea, Horse Mint

MONARDA AQUARIUS Bee Balm, Bergamot Medium to Tall 30" - Plant 14" to 18" apart. zone 4-9 Pleasing bright pink that flowers later to extend the blooming season. Clean strong upright foliage. MOAQS.

Available: SPRING 2010
  Price: $12.95
group(s) of 3

General Information
Very attractive to Bees and Hummingbirds. Strong grower in the North, can be invasive in Southern gardens. Erect stems support uniquely shaped flowers. All these varieties have good to excellent mildew resistance, but if plants are stressed by drying out, spraying for powerdery mildew can be necessary. Deer resistant, Prefers a moist soil, Best selection for the coldest areas (zones 3&4), Not for Gulf states.

Plant Care
Divide spring or fall every 3-4 years. Thin out stems to increase air circulation to help prevent powdery mildew.