Photo of Monarda didyma Grand Parade™ PP19580 flower by Karl Gercens III

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Monarda didyma Grand Parade™ PP19580

Scientific Name: Monarda didyma 'Acrade'

Also Known As

  • Monarda 'Grand Parade'
  • Grand Parade™ Bee Balm

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 16"-20"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Monarda didyma Grand Parade™ PP19580 plant details

Monarda didyma Grand Parade™ PP19580 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Attracts birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Monarda didyma Grand Parade™ PP19580

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 16 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and purple blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Monarda didyma Grand Parade™ PP19580

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very hardy and mildew-resistant like its sibling, except that this compact 16" mounder overflows with lovely lavender-purple flowers mid-summer. S/M PPAF

Gardening facts about Monarda didyma Grand Parade™ PP19580 plant

How to Grow Monarda didyma Grand Parade™ PP19580

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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