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Spotted Bee Balm is a high-value ecological species that provides critical nectar resources for a wide range of pollinators. It’s naturally high thymol content helps suppress mites and other parasites that can negatively affect bee health. In regions where the endangered Karner blue butterfly persists, establishing stands of Monarda punctata directly supports recovery efforts, as it serves as an essential host and nectar plant within their life cycle.
It tolerates poor and sandy soils and is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant.
Blooms : July - August
Common Name: Spotted Bee Balm
Latin Name: Monarda punctata
Variety: Species
H x W: 2’ x 18-24"
Light Requirements: Sun to part shade
Habit: Clumping
Plant Uses: Flower
Key Function: Beneficial attractor
Spotted Bee Balm is a high-value ecological species that provides critical nectar resources for a wide range of pollinators. It’s naturally high thymol content helps suppress mites and other parasites that can negatively affect bee health. In regions where the endangered Karner blue butterfly persists, establishing stands of Monarda punctata directly supports recovery efforts, as it serves as an essential host and nectar plant within their life cycle.
It tolerates poor and sandy soils and is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant.
Blooms : July - August
Common Name: Spotted Bee Balm
Latin Name: Monarda punctata
Variety: Species
H x W: 2’ x 18-24"
Light Requirements: Sun to part shade
Habit: Clumping
Plant Uses: Flower
Key Function: Beneficial attractor