Jacob Cline Bee Balm
Monarda didyma 'Jacob Cline'
SKU
06182
Whorls of scarlet red tubular flowers blend perfectly with prairie wildflowers and herbs. Single plants make a great show, but groups heighten the effect. Dark green leaves have an aroma of mint and basil. High mildew resistance. Herbaceous.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | mo-NAR-da DID-ee-muh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Fast grower to 3 to 4 ft. tall, 2 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Scarlet red flowers in mid to late summer. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Mass Planting, Very Wet Areas, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Gift Plant, North American Native Selection, Fast Growing, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | High |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Remove spent blooms to prolong flowering. Cut back to the ground at the end of the season.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4 - 9
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