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Monarda didyma 'Grape Gumball'PBR (Sugar Buzz Series) | Plant Finder | Fill My Garden

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Monarda didyma 'Grape Gumball'PBR (Sugar Buzz Series)

Monarda didyma 'Grape Gumball'^PBR (Sugar Buzz Series)

Pollinator FriendlyLow MaintenanceFragrant

Genus: Monarda
Family: Lamiaceae

About this plant

A vigorous, clump-forming perennial with aromatic dark green leaves and strong upright stems producing globe-shaped clusters of magenta purple flowers throughout the summer. The leaves have a minty fragrance when crushed and can be used to make tea. Good resistance to powdery mildews

Growing Information

Height

0.5-1 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Hardiness

Foliage

Deciduous

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full SunPartial Shade

Soil

Loam

AcidAlkalineNeutral

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Moisture

Poorly Drained

Aspect

South FacingWest FacingEast Facing

Exposure

ShelteredExposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow in fertile, humus-rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Protect from excessive winter wet and do not allow soil to dry out in summer

Pruning

No pruning required, though deadheading may prolong flowering

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring, before new growth begins, or by basal softwood cuttings in spring

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs, especially in the spring

Diseases

Monardas may be affected by powdery mildews, especially in hot, dry summers; This variety is said to be more mildew-resistant

Garden Uses

Uses

Cottage InformalGround CoverRock GardenBanks Slopes

Planting Places

Outdoor

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumn

Size & Characteristics

Height

0.5-1 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Habit

Clump Forming

Time to Full Height

Five To Ten Years