Product description
This variety features intense, deep purple flower heads that add a rich, dark jewel tone to the garden palette. Like its siblings in the 'Balmy' series, it maintains a tidy, compact habit that rarely requires staking, providing bold colour and architectural interest without the messy, sprawling growth of traditional Bee Balms.
Plant in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil in a sunny spot for the best floral display. Regular deadheading will keep the purple flowers coming, and applying a thick layer of mulch around the base will help keep the roots cool and moist during warm, dry spells.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Bee Balm
Monarda 'Balmy Purple'
Monarda 'Balmy Purple'
Product description
This variety features intense, deep purple flower heads that add a rich, dark jewel tone to the garden palette. Like its siblings in the 'Balmy' series, it maintains a tidy, compact habit that rarely requires staking, providing bold colour and architectural interest without the messy, sprawling growth of traditional Bee Balms.
Plant in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil in a sunny spot for the best floral display. Regular deadheading will keep the purple flowers coming, and applying a thick layer of mulch around the base will help keep the roots cool and moist during warm, dry spells.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Monarda are notorious for catching powdery mildew; to combat this, divide the spreading clumps every two years to maintain open airflow, and aggressively throw away the old, woody centers.
How to Water
Monarda thrives with consistently moist soil. Water deeply at the base 1–2 times weekly to support its shallow roots. Avoid overhead watering to prevent powdery mildew, as these plants are highly susceptible to foliage disease.
How to Plant
Space these running perennials generously in a sunny spot, giving them at least 18 to 24 inches of room to expand their shallow, spreading roots. It is critical not to crowd Monarda plants against fences or walls, as they desperately need open breezes flowing through their stems.
