Blue Stocking spotted beebalm
Monarda 'Blue Stocking'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
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'Blue Stocking' spotted beebalm (Monarda 'Blue Stocking') 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. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. It grows up to 36 inches tall and spreads 12 to 24 inches. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees visit the fragrant flowers.
Pairs well with Magnus coneflower, Anise hyssop, and Limelight hydrangea.