Go Back Bee Balm Cambridge Scarlet

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 3:55 PM
Monarda 'Cambridge Scarlet'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    'Cambridge Scarlet' produces long-lasting, showy scarlet flowers with brownish-red centers atop stems of soft-green leaves. Bee balm's striking whorls of colorful flowers attract hummingbirds in late summer and early fall and make an ornamental addition to herb gardens or sunny borders.

    Currently not available for online purchase.

    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Remove faded flowers to extend bloom cycle.

    Flower Color

    Red

    Foliage Color

    Medium green

    Plant Spread

    2 ft.

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    3 ft.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    4-9

    Soil Moisture

    Moist soils.

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Well-suited to the meadow garden, Cut flowers

    Bloom Time

    Summer through fall

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Full sun

    Growth Rate

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    Seasonal Interests

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