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Melittis melissophyllum Royal Velvet Distinction

Honey Balm

$12.95 ea. (3+ discount) $12.50 ea.

Preorder for Spring 2021

Plant Code: MERV

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Exotic orchid-like flowers nestle near stem tips atop crisp bright-green foliage. The bi-colored white hooded flowers flash a plum-purple lower lip hemmed with a lacy-edged white scallop. Foliage is heavily veined for a quilted look. Flowers and foliage both emit a honey scent.

With its nectar/pollen rich flowers, Melittis Royal Velvet Distinction is a valuable pollinator attractor. Commonly called Honey Balm, it is best suited to dappled shade in a moist and well-drained soil.

Details

Type:	Perennials
Height:	Short 12-14"
Spacing:	Plant 18" apart
Bloom Time:	Late Spring to Early Summer
Sun-Shade:	Full Sun to Half Sun / Half Shade
Zones:	5-9 Find Your Zone
Soil Condition:	Normal, Acidic
Flower:	Purple
Accent:	White
Patent:	PP13,233
Pot Size:	3.5" square x 4" deep

Features to Note

Beneficial for Pollinators
Attracts Butterflies
Fragrant
Attracts Hummingbirds
OK in Containers

Melittis General Information

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.