| | Monarda punctata  | | |
| 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 | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) | | Spread | 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline |
| | Description | The herbaceous perennial Monarda punctata (dotted beebalm) bears showy and fragrant blooms during mid-summer to early autumn. The foliage is fragrant. | | Typical Uses | Accent, border, culinary, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting and wild flower. | | Special Characteristics | Monarda punctata has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. | | Cautions | Depending upon your local conditions, Monarda punctata (dotted beebalm) may be invasive. | | |
