Bee Balm "Spotted" - Live Plant

Spotted Bee Balm (Monarda punctata)

Description

Spotted Bee Balm is a unique native wildflower known for its stacked whorls of pale yellow flowers speckled with purple spots. The blooms are surrounded by showy lavender-pink bracts that give the plant a layered, ornamental appearance. This aromatic member of the mint family is especially valued for supporting pollinators and beneficial insects.

You Will Receive

A well-rooted plant in a 4" container, with a plant height between 6–20 inches. Plants may be lightly trimmed to ensure they fit safely in the shipping box.

Growing Conditions

☀️ Light: Full sun (best flowering)

🌱 Soil: Well-draining soil; thrives in sandy or lean soils

💧 Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

🌡️ Temperature: Thrives in warm climates

📍 USDA Zones: 4–9

❄️ Cold Hardiness: Frost tolerant; dies back in winter and returns in spring

Growth Habit

• Upright native perennial
• 2–3 feet tall
• Open, airy growth habit

Uses

1. 🐝 Pollinator Magnet: Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects
2. 🌿 Native Garden Plant: Excellent for wildflower and meadow plantings
3. 🍵 Herbal Use: Aromatic foliage traditionally used in teas
4. 🌸 Ornamental Wildflower: Unique layered blooms

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