Peter's Purple Bee Balm
Monarda fistulosa 'Peter's Purple'
SKU
05864
This showy perennial has aromatic leaves used to make mint tea. But the real stars are the rich lavender-purple flowers, backed by purple calyces, that appear each summer. Mildew-resistant variety thrives in heat and humidity. Versatile enough to fit into virtually all beds and borders.
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Full sun
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
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| Average Size at Maturity | Fast grower to 3 to 4 ft. tall, 2 ft. wide. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Gift Plant, Fast Growing |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| 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. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 6
Good to grow!