'Electric Neon Purple' Bee Balm | Monarda

Native cultivar* A new color for the Electric Neon series! 3", bright fuchsia purple flowers are produced over a medium-sized habit of deep green leaves. Excellent resistance to common foliar diseases such as powdery mildew. Monarda is native to eastern North America, so it is easy to grow and it multiplies quickly. The flowers' sweet nectar attracts scores of hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees to the garden. The aromatic foliage smells like mint when crushed and is often used to flavor teas. Height: 22.0-24.0 Inches Spread: 28.0-30.0 Inches Zone: 4-8 Bloom Time: Mid-Late Summer Sunlight: Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) *This plant is a native cultivar, also known as a "Nativar", meaning it was developed by humans for selection or improvements. This plant is a cultivar of the native northeastern species Monarda didyma.