HOW TO GROW  BEE BALM

Bee Balm is one doozy of a plant for the flower garden. It's bee-utiful. Puts on an impressive show. And is super easy to grow.

Plus it attracts bees, hummingbirds & butterflies!   Bee balm, also known by wild bergamont or its botanical name Monarda, is a great addition to your cottage beds or herb gardens. 

HOW TO GROW  BEE BALM

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Bee Balm is a perennial in Zones 3-9 which prefers full sun, but can tolerate partial shade.

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Zones

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2

The plant prefers consistently moist soil, although they can withstand the occasional drought or neglect.

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Soil

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3

Powdery mildew can be an issue, so leave adequate distance between plants (18 - 24") so they get proper air flow.

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Spacing

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4

Deadheading blooms throughout the season can promote additional blooms.

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Deadheading

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5

Dividing your bee balm every 2-3 years keeps your plants looking fresh and perky.

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Dividing

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Bee balm does tend to be a bit of a spreader as do other plants in the mint family. But it can be kept in check by pulling those odd runners once or twice a year.

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Invasive?

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