BEE Happy Bee Balm
Monarda. One of the most mildew resistant Monardas we have found. Bee Happy is simply glorious, with its healthy dark-green foliage, pure red flowers and purplish bracts. As a bonus, the foliage has a sweet basil scent that bees can't resist. Height 14-18". No.1 root.
Spring Planting: this product will be shipped late April through May according to hardiness zone.
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Upon Arrival:
It is very important to plant as soon as possible after you receive them. If it is necessary to store them for a short time before planting them, open the plastic bags. If the roots appear dry, soak them for a few hours in warm water. Store in slightly moist peat moss in a cold, but not freezing location until you can plant. They can also be placed in pots of soil if planting will be delayed for more than 2 weeks. Use any peat-based potting soil and pots with drainage holes.
Soak bare-root perennials in water for a few hours before planting. Unless otherwise specified, bare-root perennials are usually planted with the crown (where the shoots meet the roots) an inch below the soil surface. Firm soil gently to eliminate air pockets and water in well. Mark the area clearly since it may be a while before the plant shows itself.
Planting:
Plant with crowns at soil level, 12 inches apart.
Growing:
Best grown in well-drained, organic, moist soil. Prefers full sun or light shade. Beebalm forms large clumps once established and can be divided in early spring. Cut leaves to the ground when they begin to yellow.