Monarda Sugar Buzz ‘Rockin Raspberry’

Monarda 'Rockin Raspberry' is a compact, mildew resistant Beebalm with bright magenta flowers that bloom throughout the summer.

Monarda ‘Rockin Raspberry’ has bright magenta flowers are held above the highly mildew resistant, dark green foliage on an upright mounding habit throughout summer. The Sugar Buzz series offers short, compact plants for the front and middle of the border that are smothered in long-lasting flowers. The flowers’ sweet nectar attracts scores of hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees to the garden. The aromatic foliage smells like mint when crushed and can be used to make herbal tea.

Common Name:  Beebalm

Family:  Lamiaceae (The Mint Family)

Zone Hardiness:  3-9

Light:  Full Sun Part Sun

Height:  12-24"

Width:  8-12"

Primary Bloom Colour:  Magenta

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Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Perennial

Bloom Time:  Summer

Soil Moisture:  Average

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Fragrance:  Yes

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Benefits:  Hummingbirds Butterflies Bees

Deer Resistant:  Yes

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Moist soils in rich woods, thickets and bottom lands.

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