100 Seeds Spotted Bee Balm Heirloom Native Wildflower Pollinator Garden
Spotted Bee Balm is a native North American wildflower known for its distinctive pale lavender to cream-colored whorled blooms dotted with purple spots. This heirloom variety offers a charming, natural look that fits beautifully into meadow plantings, native landscapes, and cottage-style gardens, attracting a range of pollinators throughout the season.
This wildflower works well in perennial borders, pollinator gardens, and naturalized areas. Its upright habit and unique flower form add texture and interest, while its aromatic foliage contributes to the overall garden experience. Spotted Bee Balm is a rewarding choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance native plant with strong seasonal appeal.
Species: Monarda punctata
Variety: Spotted Bee Balm
Type: Herbaceous perennial wildflower
Plant_Habit: Upright, clump-forming
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, sandy to loamy
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 3-8
Germination: 14-30 days with cold stratification
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil
Spacing: 12-18 inches
Notes: Native wildflower; allow seed heads to mature for reseeding