100 Red Velvet Bee Balm Seeds – Hummingbird Flower Seeds for Planting

Red Velvet Bee Balm is a striking perennial known for its vibrant red, tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. This variety of Monarda adds a bold splash of color to garden borders, pollinator gardens, and wildflower meadows. Its aromatic foliage and long bloom season make it a favorite among gardeners seeking both beauty and wildlife interest.

Easy to grow from seed, Red Velvet Bee Balm thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. The plants form clumps of green leaves topped with whorls of red flowers in summer, providing weeks of color and nectar for pollinators.

Plant Features

• Vibrant red flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies
• Aromatic foliage with a minty fragrance
• Long blooming period from mid to late summer
• Drought tolerant once established
• Excellent for cut flower arrangements

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Monarda didyma
• Plant Type: Perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, moist soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 24-36 inches
• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Red Velvet Bee Balm seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Lightly press seeds into the soil surface; do not cover deeply as they need light to germinate. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Germination typically occurs in 14-21 days at temperatures around 65-70°F (18-21°C).

Once seedlings have developed a few true leaves, transplant them to their final location. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. In late fall, cut back stems to ground level.

What's Included

100 Red Velvet Bee Balm seeds.