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Monarda didyma 'Blaustrumpf' (Blue Stocking)

Family Labiatae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Monarda didyma 'Blaustrumpf' (Blue Stocking) (beebalm) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, bright pink and fragrant blossoms during mid-summer to early fall. The semi-gloss foliage is greyish green in colour, medium in texture and fragrant. Monarda didyma 'Blaustrumpf' (Blue Stocking) (beebalm) yields fragrant fruit. This plant has stems that are aromatic.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, culinary, cut flowers, mass planting, vegetable garden and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Monarda didyma 'Blaustrumpf' (Blue Stocking) . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Monarda didyma 'Blaustrumpf' (Blue Stocking) (beebalm) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Monarda didyma 'Blaustrumpf' (Blue Stocking) (beebalm) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.