Deciduous perennial. Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Aromatic deep green foliage is prized for teas and for adding fragrance to cut flower arrangements. Vivid rosy pink ball-shaped flowers bloom from late spring through summer. Deer resistant. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers good drainage. Hardy to 0°F.
- Botanical Name: Monarda didyma ‘Balmy Rose’
- Common Name: Dwarf Bee Balm/Oswego Tea
- Exposure: Full Sun/Part Shade
- Dimensions (HxW): 10-12″ x 8-10″