Monarda Citriodora - Lemon Bee Balm
Lemon Bee Balm (Monarda Citriodora) - Lemon Bee Balm is also referred to as Lemon Mint. As the name suggests, it is a member of the mint family. Lavender-to-pink, tuft-like, whorled flowerheads attract hummingbirds, bees and butterflies. Lemon Bee Balm blooms from spring into late summer. Often late in the season the scent is described as resembling oregano more than lemon.
Monarda Didyma - Bee Balm Mix
Bee Balm (Monarda Didyma Mix) - Bee Balm is popular in flower gardens because it is easy to establish from Bee Balm flower seeds and nothing brings in the butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees like Monarda. This beautiful mix of colors is very showy and will have everyone turning their heads. The shades range from scarlet to crimson to pink. Bee Balm makes a great cut flower as well!
Monarda Didyma - Red Shades
Bee Balm (Monarda Didyma Panorama Red Shades) - Bee Balm is popular in flower gardens because it is easy to establish from Bee Balm flower seeds and nothing brings in the butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees like Monarda.
Monarda Fistulosa - Mintleaf Bee Balm
Mintleaf Bee Balm (Monarda Fistulosa) - Also known as Wild Bergamot this perennial is an upright growing plant which spreads out. It has a lovely lavender blossom and distinctively aromatic foliage. Its sweet nectar is a favorite of butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. Bee balm is native to eastern North America and the plains, and it is easy to grow from wild flower seed and it multiplies quickly.
