100 Gumball Bee Balm Seeds - Monarda for Planting

Gumball Bee Balm is a compact, clump-forming perennial known for its vibrant, shaggy blooms that resemble colorful gumballs. The flowers appear in dense, rounded clusters atop sturdy stems, creating a striking display in borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes. This variety is especially attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, making it a lively addition to any wildlife garden.

With its long bloom season and aromatic foliage, Gumball Bee Balm offers both visual appeal and garden practicality. The plants are relatively low-maintenance and return year after year in suitable climates, providing reliable color and nectar for pollinators.

Plant Features

• Compact, clump-forming perennial habit
• Rounded, shaggy flower clusters in vibrant shades
• Highly attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies
• Aromatic foliage with a mint-like fragrance
• Long-lasting blooms from summer into early fall

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Monarda didyma
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, moist, fertile soil
• USDA Zones: 4-9
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• Mature Height: 12-18 inches
• Germination: 10-21 days at 65-70°F

Planting & Care

Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface, as they require light to germinate. Keep the growing medium consistently moist but not waterlogged. Once seedlings have several sets of true leaves, transplant them into individual pots or harden them off for outdoor planting after the danger of frost has passed.

Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during dry periods, especially in the first growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. In late fall, cut back stems to ground level. Divide clumps every 2-3 years to maintain vigor and prevent overcrowding.

What's Included

100 Gumball Bee Balm seeds.