Monarda didyma 'Sugar Buzz® Blue Moon'
Blue Moon Sugar Buzz Bee Balm
- 2-2 1/2" flowers on strong stems
- Butterflies can't resist the bold flower colors
- Dark green, mildew-resistant leaves
- Mid-sized clump perfect for the middle of the border
- Great cut flower for fresh bouquets
- Category: Perennials
- Patent: PP29549
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Height: 16-24 in
- Spread: 18-22 in
- Spacing: 18-22 in
- Bloom Color: Blue
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer Bloomer |
Attributes
| • | Accent |
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
| • | Disease Resistant |
| • | Fire Resistant |
| • | Fragrant |
| • | Heat Tolerant |
| • | Mass Planting |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Soil Moisture
| • | Average Water |
Additional Information about Monarda didyma 'Sugar Buzz® Blue Moon'
Well-suited to the middle of the flower border. All colors in this series are similar in size, bloom time and vigor, making them easy for growers to schedule. These vigorous cultivars will fill out a container nicely with their dark green, mildew-resistant foliage, but won’t overrun the garden. Lavender blue flowers are held by attractive purple bracts. A breakthrough, shorter height for this color.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Monarda didyma 'Sugar Buzz® Blue Moon'
Prefers rich, moist, organic soil and full sun but also grows well in average garden soil and light shade.
Quickly forms a sizable clump. Little fertilization required.
Bloom Time: Summer