Product Description
Monarda didyma 'Pardon My Rose' PP34434 CPBRAF (20)ct Flat
Pardon My Series
Common Name: Bee Balm
No room for the tall, bushy, traditional Bee Balm in your garden? Here is a compact selection that's easy to tuck into the front of your sunny border and combination containers. Reaching just a little over a foot tall at maturity, this compact selection forms a bushy, well-branched clump of medium green, semi-glossy foliage.
Slightly running, but controlled and refined habit. In midsummer, intense rose pink flowers sit just at the top of the foliage. Though the plant may be smaller, the flowers are the same size as taller selections, measuring a full 2½-3" across. They add a bright splash of color to the border in high summer.
This selection also offers good resistance to powdery mildew, a problem with many older Bee Balms. Just provide good air circulation, sunshine, and plenty of water and these plants will thrive!
Monarda is native to eastern North America, so it is easy to grow and it multiplies quickly. The flowers' sweet nectar attracts scores of hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees to the garden. The aromatic foliage smells like mint when crushed and is often used to flavor teas.
Monarda can be found naturally along riverbanks and enjoys this rich, organic, moist soil. However, it will grow in average soil as well. Full sun is best, but light shade is tolerated. Plants tend to spread more quickly in the shade, however. Most monardas multiply rapidly either by underground stems or self-sowing. Deadheading spent blooms will prolong the bloom time.
Powdery mildew is a common fungal problem with monarda. Some varieties are more resistant to it than others. To prevent this fungus from appearing, large clumps should be thinned out so that the air circulates freely around them. The soil should also be kept consistently moist; dry soil promotes powdery mildew.
Height: 14-18 Inches
Spread: 22-28 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color: Purple shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun to Part Shade
Average ro Consistent Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Mid to Late Summer
Attracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds
Bee Friendly
Deer Resistant
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Cut Flower, Fragrant Flowers, Fragrant Foliage, Mass Planting
Monarda didyma 'Pardon My Rose' is a compact and colorful bee balm variety that is a fantastic addition to gardens. It's admired for its profusion of rose-pink flowers, tidy habit, and resistance to powdery mildew. Here is a closer look at what makes it special:
Appearance:
- Flowers: 'Pardon My Rose' showcases masses of intense rose-pink flowers that bloom in mid-summer. The unique, tubular-shaped flowers are arranged in a whorl atop the stems, creating a captivating display that attracts pollinators.
- Foliage: The plant has aromatic, deep green foliage that forms a neat and compact mound. The leaves release a pleasant minty fragrance when brushed or crushed, adding another sensory dimension to the garden.
Growing Conditions:
- Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. While it prefers full sun for optimal flowering, it can tolerate some shade, especially in hotter climates.
- Soil: Adaptable to a wide range of well-drained soils, including average garden soil.
- Water: Prefers consistent moisture, especially during the establishment period. Once established, it has moderate drought tolerance.
Characteristics:
- Mature Size: Reaches a height of 14-18 inches with a spread of 22-28 inches, forming a compact and mounded clump.
- Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 4-8, making it a versatile choice for various climates.
- Bloom Time: Blooms in mid-summer, providing a long-lasting display of color.
- Growth Habit: Forms a well-behaved clump that stays tidy and does not spread aggressively.
Why it is Popular:
- Compact Size: Its compact size makes it ideal for smaller gardens or containers, as well as for mass plantings to create a stunning border.
- Attractive Flowers: The vibrant rose-pink flowers add a cheerful touch to the garden and attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
- Fragrant Foliage: The aromatic foliage adds another sensory dimension to the garden and deters deer and rabbits.
- Powdery Mildew Resistance: 'Pardon My Rose' exhibits good resistance to powdery mildew, a common fungal disease that can affect Monarda.
- Low Maintenance: It is relatively low-maintenance, requiring minimal care once established.
Uses:
- Borders: Adds a pop of color and fragrance to garden borders.
- Cottage Gardens: Its informal and colorful blooms blend seamlessly into cottage garden settings.
- Containers: Suitable for container gardening, where its compact habit can be displayed on patios or balconies.
- Cut Flowers: The long-lasting flowers can be used in fresh arrangements.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts a variety of pollinators, making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens.
Additional Information:
- 'Pardon My Rose' is part of the Pardon My™ series of Monarda, known for their compact size, disease resistance, and fragrant foliage.
- Deadheading spent flowers can encourage additional blooms and maintain a tidy appearance.
- Dividing clumps every few years helps maintain plant vigor and prevents overcrowding.
Overall, Monarda didyma 'Pardon My Rose' is a fantastic choice for gardeners seeking a beautiful, compact, and pollinator-friendly perennial with vibrant rose-pink flowers and fragrant foliage. Its disease resistance, adaptability, and low-maintenance nature make it a valuable addition to any garden, bringing joy and beauty throughout the summer months.
(20) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 4.25 inches deep x 2.75 inches wide.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
