Monarda fistulosa 'Claire Grace' / BEE BALM
Monarda fistulosa 'Claire Grace,' commonly known as Bee Balm, is a lovely perennial that features soft lavender-pink, tubular flowers that bloom in late summer to early fall, adding a gentle pop of color to the garden. The flowers are arranged in dense, rounded clusters that attract a variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. 'Claire Grace' has a compact growth habit, making it ideal for smaller garden spaces, containers, or as a colorful addition to borders and meadows. The aromatic foliage releases a minty fragrance when disturbed, adding another sensory dimension to the landscape. Thriving in well-drained soils and preferring full sun to partial shade, Monarda fistulosa 'Claire Grace' is a versatile, low-maintenance perennial that offers both beauty and ecological value to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - soft lavender
· HEIGHT - 36"
· HABIT - semi-evergreen
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
Monarda fistulosa 'Claire Grace,' commonly known as Bee Balm, is a lovely perennial that features soft lavender-pink, tubular flowers that bloom in late summer to early fall, adding a gentle pop of color to the garden. The flowers are arranged in dense, rounded clusters that attract a variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. 'Claire Grace' has a compact growth habit, making it ideal for smaller garden spaces, containers, or as a colorful addition to borders and meadows. The aromatic foliage releases a minty fragrance when disturbed, adding another sensory dimension to the landscape. Thriving in well-drained soils and preferring full sun to partial shade, Monarda fistulosa 'Claire Grace' is a versatile, low-maintenance perennial that offers both beauty and ecological value to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - soft lavender
· HEIGHT - 36"
· HABIT - semi-evergreen
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
Monarda fistulosa 'Claire Grace,' commonly known as Bee Balm, is a lovely perennial that features soft lavender-pink, tubular flowers that bloom in late summer to early fall, adding a gentle pop of color to the garden. The flowers are arranged in dense, rounded clusters that attract a variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. 'Claire Grace' has a compact growth habit, making it ideal for smaller garden spaces, containers, or as a colorful addition to borders and meadows. The aromatic foliage releases a minty fragrance when disturbed, adding another sensory dimension to the landscape. Thriving in well-drained soils and preferring full sun to partial shade, Monarda fistulosa 'Claire Grace' is a versatile, low-maintenance perennial that offers both beauty and ecological value to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - soft lavender
· HEIGHT - 36"
· HABIT - semi-evergreen
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
