100 Bee Balm Seeds - Purple Pink White Hummingbird Flower

Bee Balm, also known as Monarda, is a beloved perennial prized for its unique, shaggy blooms and aromatic foliage. This seed mix produces flowers in shades of purple, pink, and white, creating a colorful display that attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies to the garden. Bee Balm is a wonderful addition to pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, and naturalized areas, where its vibrant flowers and minty fragrance can be enjoyed throughout the summer.

These easy-to-grow seeds offer a rewarding gardening experience. Bee Balm plants form clumps of sturdy stems with lance-shaped leaves and topped with distinctive, tubular flowers that bloom from mid to late summer. Beyond their beauty, the flowers are excellent for cutting, and the leaves can be used to make teas. With its showy blooms and wildlife appeal, Bee Balm is a must-have for any gardener looking to support pollinators.

Plant Features

• Produces vibrant purple, pink, and white flowers
• Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies
• Aromatic foliage with a minty fragrance
• Long blooming season from mid to late summer
• Excellent for cut flower arrangements

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Monarda spp.
• Plant Type: Perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, moist soil
• USDA Zones: 4-9
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 2-4 feet
• Germination: 10-30 days

Planting & Care

Sow Bee Balm seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface, as they require light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, and maintain a temperature of 65-75°F. Germination typically occurs within 10-30 days. Once seedlings have developed a few sets of true leaves, harden them off gradually before transplanting outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.

Bee Balm thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers rich, well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to keep the soil evenly moist. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. In late fall, cut back the stems to the ground. Divide clumps every 2-3 years to maintain vigor and prevent overcrowding. Bee Balm is generally deer resistant and low maintenance, making it a great choice for beginner and experienced gardeners alike.

What's Included

100 Bee Balm seeds in a mix of purple, pink, and white varieties.