Monarda didyma

Bee Balm

Monarda didyma
ID# MODI, July 2011

  • Family: Lamiaceae (Mint family)
  • Genus: Monarda
  • Specific epithet: didyma
  • Species: Monarda didyma
  • Common names:
    • Bee Balm
    • Oswego Tea
  • Origin: Eastern North America
  • USDA Symbol: MODI
ID# MODI:
  • Cultivar: Jacob Kline
  • Planted: Oct, 2007
  • Height: 3'
  • Width: spreading
  • Aspect: part sun
  • Hardy: Zones 4 - 9
  • Notes: Attracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds

Last updated: July 8, 2011