Bee Balm Scarlet Seeds (Monarda didyma)

Don't Forget: Free Shipping on All Orders of $39 or More! Bee Balm - Monarda didyma – This beautiful red Bee Balm has a citrus fragrance. Birds, butterflies, bees and hummingbirds find them irresistible. Leaves are minty scented and used to make Oswego tea. The plants grow to 3-4 feet tall. They thrive in moist soils and are easy to grow. SUN TO PARTIAL SHADE Zones: 4 through 9 Height: Up to 3 - 4 ft. Flower Color: Red Plant Type: Native Perennial Light Requirement: Sun - Partial Shade Bloom Time: Summer Seeds per Packet: 10+ Is this wildflower invasive: No Is this wildflower endangered: No Is this wildflower edible: Yes Is this wildflower medicinal: Yes – antiseptic and antimicrobial properties Germination Code: 1 - Native wildflowers take time to establish. Usually germinate upon sowing in a warm location like any other perennial. They grow and leaf the first year to begin blooming the second and successive years.