100 Rose Bee Balm Seeds - Monarda Flower Seeds for Planting

Rose Bee Balm, also known as Monarda, is a vibrant perennial prized for its shaggy, rose-pink blooms that attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. This member of the mint family offers a long bloom season from midsummer to early fall, adding color and life to borders, pollinator gardens, and meadow plantings. Its aromatic foliage and nectar-rich flowers make it a favorite among gardeners seeking to support wildlife.

Rose Bee Balm is easy to grow from seed and establishes well in sunny to partially shaded spots with moist, well-drained soil. Plants form upright clumps and can naturalize over time, returning year after year in suitable climates. Whether used in cottage gardens or cut flower arrangements, this variety delivers reliable beauty and ecological value.

Plant Features

• Rose-pink, shaggy blooms that resemble fireworks
• Highly attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies
• Aromatic foliage with a minty fragrance
• Long bloom period from summer into early fall
• Perennial in USDA zones 4-9

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Monarda didyma
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
• USDA Zones: 4-9
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• Mature Height: 24-48 inches
• Germination: 10-21 days at 65-70°F

Planting & Care

Sow Rose Bee Balm seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface without covering, as they require light to germinate. Keep the growing medium consistently moist and maintain a temperature around 65-70°F. Once seedlings have several sets of true leaves, harden them off gradually before transplanting outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.

Space plants 18-24 inches apart in a sunny to partially shaded location with moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep root system. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming, and divide clumps every 2-3 years to maintain vigor. Rose Bee Balm is generally low-maintenance but benefits from good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew.

What's Included

100 Rose Bee Balm seeds.