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Monarda didyma 'Adam'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Monarda didyma 'Adam' (beebalm) bears showy, fragrant and repeat-blooming blooms during mid summer to early autumn. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has foliage that is matte, medium textured and aromatic. The fruit produced by Monarda didyma 'Adam' (beebalm) is fragrant. The stems are aromatic.
Typical Uses Border, container and vegetable garden.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds to your garden.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Monarda didyma 'Adam' (beebalm) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Monarda didyma 'Adam' (beebalm) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.