Monarda 'Purple Rooster'

Common name: Bee Balm 'Purple Rooster'

Purple flowers in summer and throughout early fall.

The foliage has a minty fragrance when touched.

Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.

Great cut flower. Use in beds and borders.

Deadheading spent blooms will encourage longer flowering.

Monarda performs best in full sun with well-drained moist soil.

Dry soil promotes powdery mildew.

Provide adequate air circulation by dividing and thinning clumps to help prevent powdery mildew from occurring.

Deer resistant.

Height: 36"

Spread: 24"

Exposure: Sun to part

Zone: 4-8

 Photos credit & courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.