Monarda bradburiana Midnight Oil #1
Monarda bradburiana Midnight Oil #1
Midnight Oil Eastern Bee Balm
Dark foliage, pale pink blooms, early pollinator feast, mildew tolerant
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Light pink flowers with wine red colored spots in mid May to mid June. An exceptionally vigorous and disease-free selection of the native Monarda bradburiana. Leaves emerge reddish-purple and later turn green. 18"
Botanical Name- Monarda bradburiana Midnight Oil
Pronunciation- moh-NAR-duh brad-bur-ee-AN-uh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade
Soil Preferences-
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- Lavender to pink
Bloom Time- May - June
Companion Plants- Phlox glaberrima 'Morris Berd' dark foliage vs pink, native)
Fauna Attracted- Bees, hummingbirds, butterflies (including Monarchs for nectar)
Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP50A
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
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