Bradbury's Bee Balm - Monarda bradburiana
Bradbury's Bee Balm presents a charming display with its pale lavender, tubular flowers clustered in distinctive, rounded heads. The plant's aromatic leaves, when crushed, release a fragrance reminiscent of mint, adding to its sensory appeal. Historically, infusions made from its leaves were used in traditional practices for their soothing properties. In a garden or prairie setting, Bradbury's Bee Balm excels as a mid-height focal point or as a component in naturalized drifts, attracting pollinators and adding a touch of soft color to the landscape.
Sun Exposure: Full, Partial
Soil Moisture: Medium-Dry, Dry
Bloom time: Summer
Height: 1-3ft
Wetland Status: UPL
Known to host various moths, including Sphinx moths.
Bradbury's Bee Balm presents a charming display with its pale lavender, tubular flowers clustered in distinctive, rounded heads. The plant's aromatic leaves, when crushed, release a fragrance reminiscent of mint, adding to its sensory appeal. Historically, infusions made from its leaves were used in traditional practices for their soothing properties. In a garden or prairie setting, Bradbury's Bee Balm excels as a mid-height focal point or as a component in naturalized drifts, attracting pollinators and adding a touch of soft color to the landscape.
Sun Exposure: Full, Partial
Soil Moisture: Medium-Dry, Dry
Bloom time: Summer
Height: 1-3ft
Wetland Status: UPL
Known to host various moths, including Sphinx moths.
Bradbury's Bee Balm presents a charming display with its pale lavender, tubular flowers clustered in distinctive, rounded heads. The plant's aromatic leaves, when crushed, release a fragrance reminiscent of mint, adding to its sensory appeal. Historically, infusions made from its leaves were used in traditional practices for their soothing properties. In a garden or prairie setting, Bradbury's Bee Balm excels as a mid-height focal point or as a component in naturalized drifts, attracting pollinators and adding a touch of soft color to the landscape.
Sun Exposure: Full, Partial
Soil Moisture: Medium-Dry, Dry
Bloom time: Summer
Height: 1-3ft
Wetland Status: UPL
Known to host various moths, including Sphinx moths.
