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Upscale™ 'Lavender Taffeta' Bee Balm (Monarda)

PERENNIAL

Description

  • Thrives in both moist and average soils
  • Long-blooming, native perennial.
  • Taller than most Monarda varieties.
  • Zones 4-8, sun/part sun, 26” tall x 30” wide at maturity.
Zone 4-8
Light part sun/sun
short

$17.99 Each
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$17.99
Size
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Hand-picked at our greenhouse

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Shipped to your door

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Arrives as young plant

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More Information

Description What smells like mint, is deer resistant, and purple all over? Answer: ‘Lavender Taffeta’ Monarda. This new introduction to the perennial game is bussin’ with flowers and rises above its shorter Bee Balm cousins. The pink-purple bee balm flowers that cover the top half of the plant will stay blooming the whole latter half of the summer, and with sturdy stems and shiny dark green foliage, this plant does great in a colorful border or any pollinator garden.

As a North American native, bee balm is a durable perennial that multiplies well in moist soil and full sun. While they typically bloom in the summer heat, their sturdy stems will keep the flowers upright and shining. Their fragrant, colorful blooms attract all sorts of pollinators to the garden, but mint-like foliage deters deer and other pests. The Upscale™ series from Proven Winners is taller than other bee balms, making them best suited for a tall border, the middle of beds, or mass plantings.
Details How To Grow

Garden Care

All About Growing & Caring For Bee Balm (Monarda)

Bee balm (Monarda) is a resilient native perennial that basks happily in full sun. These fragrant charmers erupt in a dazzling display of colorful blooms throughout the summer, with sturdy stems ensuring the blooms stay upright. Here, we’ll show you how to grow and care for bee balm and answer frequently asked questions about this vibrant perennial.

Bee Balm Monarda with vibrant pink blooms in summer.

Customer Reviews

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E. (Utah)
Really great garden plants

I have made two large orders of plants from GGP, and all but one item arrived in perfect shape. Following their policy, I sent them a photo, and they refunded me for that one item immediately. Everything, including the monarda, is thriving. Keep in mind what size pot you are ordering and have realistic expectations. Every gardener knows patience pays off. Small plants grow bigger, and things that didn't bloom this year could be showstoppers next year. I will continue to order from GGP because their prices and quality are good for alll the varieties I can't find locally. Thank you, GGP!

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C.S. (Georgia)
Lavender Taffeta Bee Balm

This arrived a beautiful and healthy plant!

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C.H.

I have ordered from this nursery for a few years. Ever plant is packed well and when arriving are thriving. Each plant has thrived once planted and flower beautifully.