100 Seeds Bee Balm Monarda Didyma Cherry Pops Perennial Cherry Red Fragrant Attracts Hummingbirds Pollinator Garden

Grow your own Bee Balm 'Cherry Pops' (Monarda didyma) from seed for a perennial display of bright cherry-red flowers. These charming blooms are loved by bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, while the foliage releases a pleasant, minty fragrance. A true garden favorite for borders, wildflower patches, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.
This versatile plant is excellent for providing summer-long color and can be used in fresh bouquets. Its aromatic leaves make a pleasant herbal tea, and the dense growth habit makes it a great choice for filling in sunny garden beds or cottage-style plantings. Bee Balm is easy to grow and returns year after year.
Species: Monarda didyma
Variety: Cherry Pops
Type: Perennial
Plant Habit: Upright, clumping
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, moist soil
Zones: 3-9
Germination: Surface sow; seeds need light. Keep soil moist until germination occurs in 14-21 days.
Sowing: Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost or direct sow in fall or spring. Do not cover seeds.
Spacing: 18-24 inches apart
Days to Harvest: Not applicable - blooms typically appear in the second season
Notes: Tolerates humid conditions; remove spent blooms to encourage reblooming.