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Monarda 'Prairie Gypsy'
Also Known As
- Prairie Gypsy Bee Balm
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 24"-40"
- W: 18"-48"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Monarda 'Prairie Gypsy' plant details
Monarda 'Prairie Gypsy' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Monarda 'Prairie Gypsy'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 18 IN - 48 IN - wide, 24 IN - 40 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, clumping, cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, spreading
GROWING CONDITIONS for Monarda 'Prairie Gypsy'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: acidic, gritty and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Monarda 'Prairie Gypsy' plant
How to Grow Monarda 'Prairie Gypsy'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 36"-48"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 24"-28"
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 24"-36"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Aquatic
Zones
3a-8b
Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 3'
- sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 16"-20"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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