Monarda ‘Violet Queen’

Beebalm

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.365.250

Beebalm is a traditional favourite for the perennial border, with a striking display of richly-coloured flowers through the summer months. This selection features deep purple flowers, arranged in large, shaggy heads. Foliage is delightfully fragrant, and significantly more resistant to powdery mildew than most older varieties. A favourite of both butterflies and hummingbirds. Beebalm spreads quickly: reduce clump size in early spring. Garden selections all have been bred from native North American wildflower species. Flowers are edible.

Further details for
Monarda ‘Violet Queen’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade

Soil Type
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
  Early Fall

Foliage Color
Grey Green

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

Flower Head Size
Large

Height
100-120 cm
39-47 inches

Spread
60-75 cm
23-29 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Fast

Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.