Bluestone Perennials  
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Berry red flowers
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Order Code: MORWS
Blooms: Early Summer to Early Fall
Flower Color: Rose
Sun-Shade: Full Sun to Half Sun/ Half Shade
Accent Color: Red
Soil Condition: Normal, Clay
Plant Height: Medium
Zones: z4,z5,z6,z7,z8, z9
Found in list(s): Plants that attract Hummingbirds   
Scented Foliage   
Wet Tolerant   
Plants that tolerate a Clay soil   
Plants that attract Butterflies   
Deer Resistant   
Not tolerant of Humidity   
Rabbit Resistant   
MONARDA Raspberry Wine : BEE BALM, BERGAMOT, OSWEGO TEA, Horsemint

MONARDA - Raspberry Wine Bee Balm, Bergamot Medium 30" - Plant 14" to 18" apart. zone 4-9 Large leaved, very mildew resistant foliage with berry red flowers. Sports wine colored highlights. MORWS

Available: SPRING 2010
  Price: $15.95
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. Good to excellent mildew resistance, but if plants are stressed by drying out, spraying for powdery 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.