Blue Moon spotted beebalm
Monarda 'Blue Moon'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Blue Moon' spotted beebalm (Monarda 'Blue Moon') is a perennial for borders, pollinator gardens, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil of most types. Butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds visit the fragrant blooms. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. The plant reaches 12 to 24 inches tall and wide.
Pairs well with Fascination culver’s root, Lamb’s ear, and Russian sage.