Monarda didyma 'Coral Reef' PP16,741
Bee Balm
USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9
This is a stunning Bee Balm of pink with coral undertones.
Wonderful aromatic foliage.
Dried leaves often used to flavor tea.
Interesting Notes
From the Morden Breeding Program in Manitoba.
Bloom Time
June-July
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
This is a mildew resistant variety.
When to Divide
spring or fall every 2 to 3 years
Good Companions
Daylily
(Hemerocallis ),
Blue Star
(Amsonia ),
Columbine
(Aquilegia ),
Blue Wild Indigo, False Indigo
(Baptisia ),
Bluebells of Scotland
(Campanula rotundifolia),
Larkspur
(Delphinium ),
Dropwort
(Filipendula vulgaris),
False Sunflower
(Heliopsis helianthoides),
Rose Mallow
(Hibiscus moscheutos),
Siberian Iris
(Iris sibirica),
Spiked Gayfeather
(Liatris spicata),
Catmint
(Nepeta subsessilis),
Leather Leaf Sedge
(Carex buchananii),
Purple Moor Grass
(Molina caerulea),
Hyssop-Anise
(Agastache foeniculum),
Ironweed
(Vernonia ),
Sea Holly
(Eryngium zabelii)
Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
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Hummingbirds |
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Butterflies |
Attributes & Uses
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Cut Flowers |
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Culinary |
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Fragrant |
Critter Resistance
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Rabbit Resistant |
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Deer Resistant |
Season of Interest (Flowering)