Bee Balm

Monarda didyma 'Peter's Fancy Fuchsia' Lamiaceae

Other names

Bergamot, Oswego Tea

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Houston and Grossman Ponds, North Walk

Source of plant

Bluestone Perennials

Description

Plants 3-4' tall with screaming hot pink fuchsia blossoms which show excellent mildew resistance and strength. An eye-popping color for the sunny border. Hummingbirds and butterflies are crazy for this color. Discovered by Peter Heus of West Virginia.

USDA Hardiness Zone

3