Details
- Density
- 10 plants per m2
- Flowering Height
- 80–100 cm
- Flowering Time
- Mid Summer to Early Autumn
- Fragrant
- Yes
- Origin
- Holland
- Plant Type
- Bare Root
- Planting Depth
- Dig a hole deep enough to accommodate the monarda roots without bending them, usually about 5–8 cm deep, ensuring the crown (where the stems meet the roots) is level with or just slightly below the soil surface.
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Shipping Time
- Spring
- Sunlight
- Full Sun / Partial Shade
Monarda Bee True (Bee Balm)
Monarda - Bee Balm - Bergamot
• We start shipping our summer flowering bulbs in Spring. We start shipping by Mid March. We ship from our warehouse in London.
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Description
Monarda ‘Bee True’ is a stunning perennial known for its vivid, tubular flowers and aromatic foliage that delights both gardeners and pollinators alike. With its brilliant lavender-pink blooms and elegant green leaves, this Bee Balm variety adds bold colour and texture to borders, wildlife gardens, and summer planting schemes. Its upright habit and long flowering season make it a reliable favourite for creating structure and movement in the garden.
Beloved by bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, Monarda ‘Bee True’ not only enhances the beauty of your outdoor space but also supports vital pollinators. Its fragrant, mint-scented foliage is a bonus, bringing a sensory element to the garden while being unappealing to deer and rabbits. Robust and mildew-resistant, it thrives in sunny or partially shaded spots with well-drained soil, making it a versatile and dependable choice for gardeners of all levels.
Order your Monarda Bee Free bare-root plants today and let the blooming and buzzing begin! We start shipping our bare root plants by the end of March. We ship from London.
- Height: Reaches up to 80–100 cm tall.
- Spread: Forms clumps approximately 60–80 cm wide.
- Blooming time: mid-summer to early autumn (July to September in the UK)
- Foliage: Aromatic, mint-scented green leaves.
- Blooming Period: Lavender-pink flowers from midsummer to early autumn.
- Pollinator Friendly: A magnet for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
- Hardiness: Fully hardy and resistant to common issues like mildew.
- Adaptability: Perfect for mixed borders, wildlife gardens, or as a cut flower.
Planting information
- Dig a hole to the required depth. You can find this required depth for each type of bulb, tuber or root in the growing guides.
- Depth is measurement of space between the soil line and top of bulb or bare root.
- Set the bulbs or bare root in place, pointed side or sprout side upward.
- Cover the bulbs by replacing the soil and water thoroughly.
Shipping rates
UNITED KINGDOM
Orders of £50 or more - FREE SHIPPING
Orders under £50 - Standard shipping - £4.99
Shipping schedule
We start shipping our spring planted flower bulbs in Spring. We start shipping by Mid March.
Bulbs that are planted in spring and have a tendency to bloom in summer are called spring bulbs. Not to be confused with bulbs that are planted in autumn and bloom in spring.
Guarantee
For over 4 generations, DutchGrown™ has built its reputation by offering the best flowers bulbs and bare root perennials available anywhere. We take pride in our exceptionally high level of quality control customer service, and our commitment to client satisfaction continues long after the bulbs leave our premises. When you order from DutchGrown™, we 100% guarantee that you will receive the hardiest flower bulbs available, packed with care and ready to thrive in your garden. Read more.
Details
- Density
- 10 plants per m2
- Flowering Height
- 80–100 cm
- Flowering Time
- Mid Summer to Early Autumn
- Fragrant
- Yes
- Origin
- Holland
- Plant Type
- Bare Root
- Planting Depth
- Dig a hole deep enough to accommodate the monarda roots without bending them, usually about 5–8 cm deep, ensuring the crown (where the stems meet the roots) is level with or just slightly below the soil surface.
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Shipping Time
- Spring
- Sunlight
- Full Sun / Partial Shade