Monarda ‘Coral Reef’ (Bee Balm)

(ACreef') Beebalm is a traditional favourite for the perennial border. This Canadian selection produces heads of large, shaggy deep-pink flowers in mid to late summer. Foliage is delightfully fragrant, and significantly more resistant to powdery mildew than most older varieties. Excellent for cutting. Similar in colour to ‘Marshall’s Delight’ but on a shorter plant. Introduced by Agriculture Canada from its breeding program in Morden, Manitoba.

Sun Exposure 
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade

Soil Type 
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH 
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture 
  Average or
  Moist

Care Level 
  Easy 

Flower Colour 
  Deep Pink 

Blooming Time 
  Mid Summer  
  Late Summer 

Foliage Color 
  Deep Green 

Plant Uses & Characteristics 
  Accent: Good Texture/Form  
  Attracts Butterflies  
  Attracts Hummingbirds  
  Border  
  Cut Flower  
  Deer Resistant  
  Rabbit Resistant  
  Fragrant  
  Massed 

Flower Head Size 
  Large 

Height 
   90-100 cm  
   35-39 inches

Spread 
   60-75 cm  
   23-29 inches

Foot Traffic 
   None 

Growth Rate 
   Fast