
Bee Balm
Monarda Didyma Fireball
Vibrant scarlet-red blooms attract pollinators to your garden all summer long.
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About this plant
Monarda didyma 'Fireball', commonly known as Bee Balm, is a show-stopping perennial that ignites the garden with its fiery scarlet-red, pompom-like flowers. These unique blooms emerge in mid to late summer, creating a dazzling display that is sure to draw attention. Beyond its exquisite beauty, 'Fireball' is a pollinator powerhouse, eagerly visited by bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds seeking its nectar. This easy-to-grow plant forms attractive clumps, making it ideal for perennial borders, cottage gardens, or naturalized areas where it can establish and thrive. Its aromatic foliage also adds a pleasant fragrance to the garden. Perfect for adding a splash of intense color and vital ecological support, 'Fireball' Bee Balm is a must-have for any gardener looking to create a vibrant and wildlife-friendly landscape.
Care & maintenance
Requires good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Divide clumps every 2-3 years in spring to maintain vigor.
Quick facts
- Type
- perennial
- Mature height
- 2-3 feet
- Mature width
- 1.5-2 feet
- Sun
- Full Sun to Partial Sun
- Water
- Medium to Wet
- Growth rate
- Medium