Minus icon Plant Type Perennials
Minus icon Height Short 15-18"
Minus icon Spacing Plant 18" apart
Minus icon Bloom Time Late Spring to Early Summer
Minus icon Sun / Shade Full Sun to Half Sun / Half Shade
Minus icon Growing Zones 6-9
Minus icon Soil Type Normal, Acidic
Minus icon Water Needs Medium
Minus icon Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")
Melittis melissophyllum 'Royal Velvet Distinction' (PP13,233)
The scientific name Melittis means honeybee and is commonly called Honey Balm. Quite attractive to bees and butterflies. Melittis are mounding perennials with downy foliage and both foliage and flowers are sweetly scented. Ideal for the perennial border, edging a woodland path or in containers.
Plant in groups for most impact. Best suited in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil with dappled shade. In warmer zones, place in some shade with hot afternoon sun.
Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!
We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!
We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.
