Monarda didyma 'Colrain Red'

Also Known As

Colrain Red Bee Balm

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

4b-9b

Monarda didyma 'Colrain Red' plant details

Monarda didyma 'Colrain Red' 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, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Monarda didyma 'Colrain Red'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant foliage, mildew-resistant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Monarda didyma 'Colrain Red'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large deep purple-red flowers on tall 3-4' stalks of mildew-resistant foliage will attract all living things (just about!) during July and Aug, but especially hummingbirds and butterflies! S/M (not dry)

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Monarda didyma 'Colrain Red' plant

How to Grow Monarda didyma 'Colrain Red'

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

Features

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