2024年6月21日 · Bee balm is a sure bet for bringing pollinators to the garden with its blossoms reminiscent of fireworks in a variety of colors. Vigorous growth and a long bloom time make this native plant a standout in any garden setting.

2021年11月4日 · Bee balm is a fast spreader, and under the right conditions it can take over a garden. However, because it is native to North America, it is not considered invasive. Full sunlight is best for bee balm plants. They can be grown in partial shade, particularly in …

2 天之前 · Bee balm requires regular care to stay healthy and vibrant throughout the growing season. Follow these tips to ensure your plants thrive: Water deeply: Water your bee balm once or twice a week, especially during dry spells, to keep the soil consistently moist. Fertilize monthly: Add a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season to …

2025年1月24日 · There are a lot of reasons to grow bee balm in your garden space, so let's look at how you can do just that. Plant bee balm in the spring or fall, once all chance of frost has passed. Place bee balm in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Improve native soil with compost and coarse sand if needed.

If you love pollinators such as butterflies, hummingbirds, and bumblebees, you should be growing bee balm in your garden. These unique and colorful flowers Welcome

Learn how to plant and grow bee balm flowers—a great addition to a pollinator garden. Bee balm (Monarda spp.), also called wild bergamot, is known for its attractive scarlet flowers that bloom in the summertime and its fragrant foliage. In June and July, slender, tubular flowers are produced in 2—to 3-inch-wide flower heads.

Bee balm is trouble-free to grow, tastes delicious, and has many health benefits, so it’s worth growing in your herb garden. It was once used by Native American people for cold and flu relief. Medicinally, this herb is quite potent, and a little goes a long way. It can be used to treat cold and flu symptoms, menstrual pain, headaches, and insomnia.

2024年12月28日 · Bee balm, a member of the mint family Lamiaceae, is a herbaceous perennial known for its vibrant blooms and aromatic foliage. This native plant is a favorite among gardeners for its vigor and ability to attract a myriad of pollinators such …

2022年8月12日 · Once you select your variety, you can bring it home and get it in the ground or in a container. The best time to plant bee balm is in spring or fall, according to Shipman. If planting in the garden, choose a spot in full sun with consistently moist, well-draining soil …

In July and August, the attractive flowers of bee balm (Monarda) are a common sight in gardens, along roadsides, and in prairies. Bee balm attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The common name of bee balm is in reference to its former use to treat bee stings. Other common names include bergamot, horsemint, and Oswego tea.