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Monarda 'Raspberry Wine'

Bee Balm

  • Raspberry-red tubular flowers on square stems
  • Foliage has a mint scent when crushed
  • Upright, clumping habit
  • Has good mildew resistance
  • Use in the perennial border

  • Category: Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone: 4-9
  • Height: 3-4 ft
  • Spread: 2-3 ft
  • Bloom Color: Red
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Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage Color
Green
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Moist, Well-Drained
Habit
Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Summer
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Monarda 'Raspberry Wine'

Monardas will do best if planted in an area with full sun, good air circulation, and adequate moisture. It is a fast spreader so provide ample room in your garden for this plant and try planting it individually, not in groups. In the spring cut it back for a more compact look. Deadheading the plant prolongs the bloom period, and causes seeding not to occur. After the flower head dies the foliage may become unsightly, so simply cut the plant back to clean foliage near the base. Divide the plant every 2-3 years to keep it strong and to control its spread.