Product Description
Monarda 'Rockin' Raspberry' PP28752 (4) 1-gallons
Height: 20 Inches, Spread: 20 Inches
Flower Color: Purple shades
Hardiness Zone: 4 - 9
Full sun to Part shade
Blooms Midsummer to Late summer
The members of the SUGAR BUZZ™ from the Walters Gardens, Inc. hybridizing program are perfectly suited to the middle of the flower border at 16-24 inch; tall. All members in this are similar in size, bloom time, and vigor, making it easy for growers to offer the whole lot. In midsummer, they form a solid dome of color with their 2 to 2.5-inch, flowers on strong, well-branched stems. The dark green foliage forms an upright clump that will fill out containers nicely but won’t run all over the garden. As with all Monardas from the Walters Gardens, Inc. hybridizing program, these display above average resistance to powdery mildew.
Monarda 'Rockin' Raspberry' is a vibrant and fragrant bee balm variety that is known for its eye-catching raspberry-purple flowers and compact growth habit. It is a fantastic choice for adding a pop of color and attracting pollinators to the garden.
- Raspberry-purple flowers: The bright, deep raspberry-purple flowers are a standout in the garden and bloom in dense, globular clusters.
- Compact size: Grows in a tidy, upright clump, reaching about 18-24 inches tall and wide.
- Long bloom time: Enjoys a long blooming period from mid to late summer.
- Aromatic foliage: The dark green leaves release a minty fragrance when crushed, adding another sensory dimension to the garden.
- Attracts pollinators: A favorite of butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees, who flock to its nectar-rich blooms.
- Deer and rabbit resistant: The aromatic foliage helps deter these common garden pests.
- Powdery mildew resistant: This variety exhibits above-average resistance to powdery mildew, a common problem for monarda.
Uses in the Garden:
- Borders and edging: Its compact size and vibrant color make it perfect for defining garden beds and walkways.
- Pollinator gardens: Attracts a wide variety of pollinators, making it a valuable addition to pollinator-friendly gardens.
- Cottage gardens: Its informal, cheerful blooms blend well with other cottage garden favorites.
- Containers: Can be grown in pots to add color and fragrance to patios and balconies.
- Cut flower gardens: The long-lasting blooms are excellent for fresh or dried flower arrangements.
Growing Tips:
- Sunlight: Plant in full sun to partial shade.
- Soil: Prefers moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil.
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist.
- Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
- Dividing: Divide plants every 3 years to maintain vigor and prevent overcrowding.
Monarda 'Rockin' Raspberry' is a delightful and low-maintenance plant that brings both beauty and ecological benefits to the garden. Its vibrant flowers, compact habit, and resistance to powdery mildew make it a top choice for gardeners seeking a long-blooming and pollinator-friendly perennial.
Deep raspberry purple flowers with very dark green leaves, Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, Deer resistant.
(4) 1-gallon containers ready to plant, plants may be trimmed for shipping,
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!
