Monarda fistulosa
Bee balm is a well-loved staple in native landscaping and has recently crossed over into conventional landscapes. Like other members of the mint family, it provides important immune-boosting action for bees, including bumblebees, other native bees, and honeybees. As an added bonus, leaves can be used fresh or dry to make a refreshing tea.
•Blooms: middle
•Height: 3’-4’
•Habitat: mesic, wet and dry prairie
•Perennial
•Family: Mint
•Sun/Shade: full sun, dappled shade, part-day shade
•Pollinator service: Supports bumblebee immune system health, and a variety of native bees, bee mimics and butterflies
NOTES:
Almost always loaded with butterflies, including the Monarch and other beneficials.
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Black-eyed Susan, Little bluestem, Sedges, Beardtongues
Wild bergamot, Bee balm
This is available in a full flat of 32 plants or a half flat of 16 plants.
If selecting the Horicon event, these plants will only be available for pick-up.
Pick-up Details:
Saturday, May 17 between 9:30am - 1:30pm
Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center, N7725 Hwy. 28, Horicon, WI
All orders must be placed by March 31st.