Horse Mint

Horse Mint Care

Monarda

What is the plant

The bee balm plant is a North American native, thriving in woodland areas. Also known by its botanical name of Monarda, bee balm is very attractive to bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. The bee balm flower has an open, daisy-like shape, with tubular petals in shades of red, pink, purple and white. Bee balm plants are perennial, coming back year after year to add cheerful color to your garden.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

min -10°C

Hardiness zone

min 5a

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Bee balm can tolerate some drought, but prefers moist soil. Water regularly once or twice a week during hot spells. Avoid overhead watering to reduce mildew and fungal disease.
Pruning
To create a bushier plant, pinch stem tips as new growth emerges in early spring. Remove spent flowers to encourage rebloom. Perennial bee balms are vigorous growers, so regular division every 2 to 3 years is necessary to keep them in check.
Fertilizer
Work an all-purpose fertilizer into the soil around the base of plants in spring according to package instructions. Mulch with organic matter such as shredded leaves to suppress weeds and retain moisture.

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Sunlight
The plant will do well in the full sunlight, but it prefers areas of the garden that get afternoon shade.
Soil
Bee balm is tolerant of different soils, but prefers humus-rich soil that drains well. Soil pH should be neutral or slightly acidic.
Temperature
The bee balm is tolerant of both cold and warm climates, and resists cold temperatures down to -20F.