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Cambridge Scarlet Bee Balm

Monarda Didyma 'Cambridge Scarlet'

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Overview

Monarda didyma 'Cambridge Scarlet', commonly known as Bee Balm, boasts vibrant scarlet-red flowers atop 2-4 ft stems. Ideal for USDA Zones 4-9, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. This perennial attracts pollinators and is mildew-resistant. Space plants 18-24 inches apart for a striking display in mid to late summer. Deadhead to promote prolonged blooming.

Sun Full, HalfWater HighZones 4–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Cambridge Scarlet Bee Balm (Monarda Didyma 'Cambridge Scarlet') — Ideal for USDA Zones 4-9, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers moist
Cambridge Scarlet Bee Balm (Monarda Didyma 'Cambridge Scarlet') — boasts vibrant scarlet-red flowers atop 2-4 ft stemsCambridge Scarlet Bee Balm (Monarda Didyma 'Cambridge Scarlet') — commonly known as Bee Balm

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
High
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Cambridge Scarlet Bee Balm (Monarda Didyma 'Cambridge Scarlet') — Ideal for USDA Zones 4-9, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers moist
Cambridge Scarlet Bee Balm (Monarda Didyma 'Cambridge Scarlet') — boasts vibrant scarlet-red flowers atop 2-4 ft stems
Cambridge Scarlet Bee Balm (Monarda Didyma 'Cambridge Scarlet') — commonly known as Bee Balm
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