100 Berry Bee Balm Seeds – Hummingbird Flower Seeds for Planting

Berry Bee Balm is a vibrant perennial wildflower known for its clusters of berry-toned blooms that attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. This member of the mint family brings lively color and pollinator activity to garden borders, herb gardens, and naturalized areas. Its aromatic foliage and long bloom season make it a favorite for cottage gardens and wildlife-friendly landscapes.

Easy to grow from seed, Berry Bee Balm thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts to a range of soil types. The plants form upright clumps and produce tubular flowers that are especially appealing to hummingbirds. Whether you're starting a pollinator garden or adding a splash of color to a perennial bed, these seeds offer a rewarding growing experience.

Plant Features

• Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies
• Fragrant, mint-scented foliage
• Long-lasting, berry-colored blooms
• Perennial in USDA zones 4–9
• Excellent for cut flower arrangements

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Monarda didyma
• Plant Type: Perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• Mature Height: 2–4 feet
• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Berry Bee Balm seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Germination typically occurs in 10–21 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C). Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, thin or transplant them to their final spacing.

Choose a location with full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help plants establish. Apply a layer of mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming, and divide clumps every 3–4 years to maintain vigor. Berry Bee Balm is relatively low-maintenance and resistant to deer and rabbits.

What's Included

100 Berry Bee Balm seeds for planting.