Scarlet Beebalm

Common name(s)

Family

Genus

Full scientific name

Scarlet Beebalm
Oswego Tea
Red Bergamot

Lamiaceae

Monarda

Monarda didyma

Scarlet bee balm is an enchanting perennial that adds a burst of vibrant color to any garden. With its brilliant scarlet-red, tubular blooms and dark green aromatic foliage, it is truly a sight to behold. Scarlet bee balm is not only visually stunning but also attracts a plethora of pollinators, including butterflies and hummingbirds, with its sweet nectar. This versatile plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and is easy to cultivate in well-drained soil. Whether used as a focal point in a flower bed or as a border plant, scarlet bee balm is sure to bring beauty and biodiversity to any landscape.

Growth form:
Wild flower

Maximum height:
90 cm

Light requirements:
Full sun, partial shade

Type:
Perennial

Maximum spread:
60 cm

Water requirements:
Mesic

Drought tolerant:
No

Rabbit resistant:
Yes

Attracts wildlife:
Bees, humming birds
Butterflies, other insects

Native:
Yes

Deer resistant:
Yes

Bloom time:
Late spring to late summer