How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Bee Balm (Monarda)

Bee balm, a vibrant perennial, attracts pollinators with its colorful blooms and aromatic foliage. Learn to grow and care for it in your garden!

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Bee Balm Plant Care

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Light

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Soil

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Water

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Temperature and Humidity

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Fertilizer

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Pruning

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Overwintering

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How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Bee Balm (Monarda)

Bee balm, a vibrant perennial, attracts pollinators with its colorful blooms and aromatic foliage. Learn to grow and care for it in your garden!

Bee Balm Plant Care

For thriving bee balm, choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Mulch and deadhead for lush blooms, and watch for pests like aphids and spider mites.

Light

Bee balm thrives in full sun, needing at least 6 hours for optimal vigor and blooms. While it tolerates partial shade, less sun means fewer flowers and weaker growth.

Soil

For flourishing bee balm, plant in moist, well-draining soil enriched with compost. Avoid extremes of wet or dry conditions for optimal growth.

Water

For thriving bee balm, maintain consistent moisture, especially in hot weather. Avoid overwatering to prevent powdery mildew. Good air circulation helps too.

Temperature and Humidity

Bee balm thrives in full sun, tolerates partial shade. Hardy and adaptable, it prefers good air circulation and moist soil for optimal growth.

Fertilizer

Boost bee balm's health with compost in spring. Mix some at planting for new plants and top-dress established ones in midsummer for a nutrient boost.

Pruning

Regular maintenance keeps bee balm vibrant. Deadhead in midsummer for new blooms and pinch in spring for bushier growth. Cut back after the last frost for a fresh start.

Overwintering

Protect bee balm in winter with a 2-inch layer of compost mulch to retain moisture and shield roots. Remove mulch in spring for new growth.

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