Monarda Grand Parade

Beebalm

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.365.240

(='ACrade') Beebalm is a traditional favourite for the perennial border. This midsized Canadian selection produces heads of large, shaggy lavender-purple flowers in mid to late summer. Foliage is delightfully fragrant, and significantly more resistant to powdery mildew than most older varieties. Excellent for cutting. Introduced by Agriculture Canada from its breeding program in Morden, Manitoba. USPP#19580: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.

Further details for
Monarda Grand Parade

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade

Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Purple

Blooming Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer

Foliage Color
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Fragrant
  Massed

Flower Head Size
Medium

Height
40-45 cm
16-18 inches

Spread
50-60 cm
20-23 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium