Name: Monarda Red Velvet PW#1
Brand: The Siebenthaler Company
SKU: Monarda Red Velvet PW#1
Price: 14.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Red Velvet Bee Balm

Luxurious red bee balm, cheerful whorled blooms, garden focal point

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A new bee balm from the UPSCALE Series with large cherry red flowers in early summer. Newly emerging foliage has a bronze cast. Good mildew resistance. Attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds. 32"

Botanical Name- Monarda Red Velvet

Pronunciation- moh-NAR-duh

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width-

Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade

Soil Preferences- Evenly moist, well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Cherry red

Bloom Time- Early to mid summer

Companion Plants- Gaura lindheimeri 'Whirling Butterflies' (airy white offset bright red)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, hummingbirds, butterflies (including Monarchs for nectar)

Plant Habit- Perennial

Care Rating- Easy

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP47A

Yearly Care Instructions- Deadhead to encourage rebloom; thin out in spring to improve air circulation.

Trimming Instructions- Deadhead during blooming to prolong flowers. Cut back in late fall to prevent disease.

Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Compost in clay soil helps retain moisture but avoid overwatering.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone

Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, rust

We offer in store pickup or local delivery within 20 miles of either store- Delivery and Planting Guide

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