Monarda didyma Balmy™ Purple PP25561

Scientific Name: Monarda didyma 'Balbalmurp'

Also Known As

Monarda didyma Balmy Purple 'Balbalmurp'
Balmy Purple Balbalmurp Beebalm

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 10"-12"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

4a-9a

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Monarda didyma Balmy™ Purple PP25561 plant details

Monarda didyma Balmy™ Purple PP25561 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge. Attracts bees, 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 average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Monarda didyma Balmy™ Purple PP25561

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Monarda didyma Balmy™ Purple PP25561

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Compact plants only reach 10" x10" but their brilliant magenta-purple flowers can be seen a mile away, its minty foliage makes it perfect for the herb garden and its bright blooms bring in hummingbirds and butterflies; excellent mildew resistance as well! S/M PP#25561

By: Forestfarm

Balmy Purple' is a small, compact selection of beebalm with hot purple-magenta flowers. Monarda is native to eastern North America, is easy to grow and multiplies quickly. The flowers' sweet nectar attracts scores of hummingbirds, butterflies and bees to the garden.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Gardening facts about Monarda didyma Balmy™ Purple PP25561 plant

How to Grow Monarda didyma Balmy™ Purple PP25561

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- magenta
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous