Bee Balm.

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Nivel de cuidados

Fácil

Tipo de planta

Perennial

Luz

Full sun to partial shade

Luz en interior

Luz indirecta brillante

Riego

Cada 3 a 7 días

Tamaño adulto

3 to 4 feet tall

Ritmo de crecimiento

Rápido

Rusticidad

USDA 4 a 9

Floración

Mid to late summer

Cuidados

Keep the soil consistently moist to prevent the leaves from wilting. Watch for powdery mildew on the foliage, which often happens if there is poor air circulation. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers throughout the season.

Riego

Water deeply whenever the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.

Abonado

Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during the active growing season.

Poda

Trim back faded flowers regularly to promote continuous blooming.

Trasplante

Divide the clumps every few years to keep the plant healthy and prevent overcrowding.

Suelo

Rich, moist, well draining soil

pH del suelo

6.0 to 7.0

Temperatura

-30 a 35°C

Humedad

40 a 70%

Tolerancia a la sequía

Baja

Longevidad

Perennial, typically 3 to 5 years

Fragancia

Intensa

Resistencia a ciervos y conejos

Alta

Seguridad

Personas

This plant is generally considered non toxic to humans.

Niños

There are no specific safety concerns for children, though the stems can be slightly coarse.

Alérgenos por contacto

Some individuals may experience mild skin irritation from handling the foliage.

Alérgenos en el aire

The pollen is not typically considered a significant airborne allergen.

Comestibilidad

While the leaves are often used in teas, ensure you have correctly identified the plant to avoid confusion with toxic lookalikes.

Cómo identificarla

• Tubular red flowers in clusters
• Square stems typical of mint family
• Fragrant, serrated lance shaped leaves
• Distinctive shaggy flower heads

Altura

0,6 a 1,2m

Anchura

0,3 a 0,6m

Hojas

medium green, deciduous

Flores

red, 3 a 5cm

Problemas frecuentes

• Powdery mildew — A white fungal growth appears on the leaves during humid or stagnant conditions.

Cómo cultivarla

Propagación

division, seed, cuttings

Cuándo plantar

spring, fall

Cuidados en invierno

Cut the stems back to the ground in late autumn after the foliage dies back. A light layer of mulch can help protect the roots in colder climates.

En maceta

It grows well in containers, provided you use a large pot at least 30 cm wide to accommodate its spreading roots.

Planting in groups helps support the tall stems and creates a larger target for visiting pollinators.

Buenas compañeras

• Floc de jardín — They share similar moisture needs and bloom at the same time.
• Purple coneflower — They provide a nice contrast in flower shape and attract similar pollinators.

Especies parecidas

• Wild Bergamot — It is a closely related species that is often more drought tolerant.

Ciencia

Familia

Lamiaceae

Género

Monarda

Orden

Lamiales

Clase

Magnoliopsida

Distribución natural

Eastern North America

Conservación

This plant is not currently listed as endangered or threatened in its native range.

It thrives in moist, open woods and along stream banks where it can access consistent water.

Valor para la fauna

nectar source

Polinizadores

abejas, mariposas, colibríes

Usos

pollinator garden, herb garden, cut flower, tea

Taxonomía cotejada con GBIF.

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How do I stop powdery mildew?

Provide good air circulation and water at the base of the plant rather than overhead.

Does it spread?

Yes, it spreads via underground rhizomes and can be quite vigorous.

De dónde viene el nombre

The genus name honors Nicolas Monardes, a Spanish physician who wrote about American medicinal plants, while the species name didyma refers to the paired stamens.

Bueno saberlo

• It is a member of the mint family.
• The leaves have a pleasant, citrusy scent when crushed.
• Native Americans used it to treat colds and sore throats.

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