Monarda didyma 'Balmy Purple,' commonly known as Bee Balm, is a vibrant and compact perennial that produces clusters of striking purple, tubular flowers from mid to late summer, attracting a variety of pollinators, especially bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The flowers, which are set against aromatic, dark green foliage, create a beautiful contrast and add a minty fragrance to the garden when the leaves are disturbed. 'Balmy Purple' is a smaller cultivar, making it ideal for smaller spaces, containers, or as a colorful addition to borders, meadows, and pollinator gardens. It thrives in well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade, offering versatility and ease of care in a variety of garden settings. With its bold color, long-lasting blooms, and wildlife benefits, Monarda didyma 'Balmy Purple' is an excellent choice for adding beauty and ecological value to any landscape.
· ORIGIN - NC Native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - purple
· HEIGHT - 10-12"
· HABIT - semi-evergreen
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 4-9
Monarda didyma 'Balmy Purple,' commonly known as Bee Balm, is a vibrant and compact perennial that produces clusters of striking purple, tubular flowers from mid to late summer, attracting a variety of pollinators, especially bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The flowers, which are set against aromatic, dark green foliage, create a beautiful contrast and add a minty fragrance to the garden when the leaves are disturbed. 'Balmy Purple' is a smaller cultivar, making it ideal for smaller spaces, containers, or as a colorful addition to borders, meadows, and pollinator gardens. It thrives in well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade, offering versatility and ease of care in a variety of garden settings. With its bold color, long-lasting blooms, and wildlife benefits, Monarda didyma 'Balmy Purple' is an excellent choice for adding beauty and ecological value to any landscape.
· ORIGIN - NC Native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - purple
· HEIGHT - 10-12"
· HABIT - semi-evergreen
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 4-9
